Instant Pot Black Bean Soup Recipe Panera Copycat (2024)

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Instant Pot Black Bean Soup Recipe is extremely delicious. It is warm, comforting and easy to make. And the best part is that it is Panera Copycat Recipe. Or may I say – BETTER THAN PANERA BLACK BEAN SOUP. Watch the VIDEO for better understanding.

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Delicious Instant Pot Black Bean Soup Recipe – Panera Copycat

Have you checked our Panera Copycat Corn Chowder and yet?

To tell you the truth, 2020 hasn’t left much choice for the families to go out and eat. Therefore, more and more people are making their favorite cafe + restaurant style food at home.

My family is crazy about Panera Bread Soups. And this Black Bean Soup is one of the favorites. This Black Bean Soup is purely VEGETARIAN that is made of wholesome ingredients. And the bonus – it is Gluten-free as well. It is Creamy & flavorful.

And what better time to enjoy a big bowl of hearty warm soup other than COLD WINTERS. Right? Especially when it comes with a thick slice of bread dunked in it.

Since it is so easy to put this soup together, I often make a double batch. Use some the same day and refrigerate the rest for the following week.

It comes so handy, especially when you have growing and ever hungry kids at home learning virtually during COVID scare.

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What are the Ingredients of Black Bean Soup?

Canned IngredientsBlack Beans, Diced Tomatoes, & Vegetable Broth

Fresh Produce – Onion, Garlic, Carrot, Celery, & Red Bell Pepper

SpicesOregano, Cumin Powder, Smoked Paprika, Cayenne or Red Chili Powder, Salt

OtherCorn Starch

Garnish – Cilantro Leaves, Corn Tortilla Chips, Lemon Juice

Kitchen Gadgets

Measuring Cups and Spoons

Chopping Board and Knife

Kitchen stirring spoon

Kitchen Colander

6 quart Instant Pot

Instant Pot Liner

Soup Bowls

Soup Spoons

Hand Held Blender

Electric Can Opener

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Is Black Bean Soup good for you?

Yes absolutely yes. This soup is high in fiber, protein & other vitamins. It is rich and creamy without the addition of any cream. The melt in the mouth beans dressed in all the spices make a delicious and healthy flavor profile.

Can I make it Oil-Free Bean Soup?

Yes. Skip the saute in oil part. Just dump every thing together and cook. Or use vegetable broth or water for slight saute and go from there following the rest of the recipe as is.

Can I control the Sodium in the recipe?

One can always adapt the recipe to personal liking. Opt for low sodium or no sodium canned products to keep the salt at check. Also, skip adding too much table salt in the recipe. If you can find potassium based salt, then use that.

Can I skip using the Corn Starch in the recipe?

Although corn starch binds the recipe and brings the texture together, but if you chose to then skip it. Just blend the beans a bit more than recommended in the recipe for that creamy texture.

How to store this Soup?

Pretty easy. Bring it to the room temperature. Store in air tight container. Refrigerate.

How long will it last in refrigerator?

It will stay good up to 1 week in the refrigerator.

Can I double the recipe?

Yes easily. Just add the hot spices carefully.

Can I freeze it?

Beans can be frozen easily. Therefore this soup is no exception. Although a small warning, freezing might alter the texture of the soup after thawing.

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How to make Panera Copycat Black Bean Soup in Instant Pot?

Watch the Video for better understanding.

  1. Gather all the ingredients.
  2. Wash all the vegetables in a colander fine. Chop them fine. Make sure to keep the size of all the chopped vegetables same for even cooking. Set aside.
  3. Open all the cans with the can opener and set aside.
  4. Place the inner pot inside Instant Pot and plug it in. Press Saute mode. When it displays HOT, add oil to it.
  5. After few seconds, add onion, garlic & Carrots to the pot. Saute for 5 minutes till onions become softer. Then add all the other vegetables & Oregano, Cumin powder, Smoked Paprika, Cayenne or Red Chili Powder, & Salt to the pot. Mix well.
  6. Now add the canned Black Beans. DO NOT DRAIN THEM. Use with its liquid. Plus add the canned Diced Tomatoes, & Vegetable Broth. Stir. Cancel the Saute Mode.
  7. Dissolve Corn Starch in little water and add this slurry to the pot.
  8. Place the lid and set the valve to sealing. Press Pressure Cook Mode and set the timer to 10 minutes on HIGH.
  9. Once the timer goes off, follow QPR. Open the lid.
  10. Blitz the soup with hand held blender few times. Stir well. Adjust salt or any other seasoning to your liking. I always tend to make it a bit more spicier and add more cayenne at the end for me.
  11. Black Bean Soup is ready. Garnish with cilantro leaves, corn tortilla chips and dash of lemon juice. SERVE HOT along side a thick rustic bread.

Can I make it on STOVE TOP?

Yes you can. Take a heavy bottom Sauce Pan/Pot for Stove Top Black Bean Soup. Follow the instructions as given for Instant Pot. Only thing is you might have to adjust/increase the Liquid in the stove top recipe. Also add the corn starch slurry after the soup is ready and cook a bit further till it is all combined. Although corn starch slurry is an optional step.

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Instant Pot Black Bean Soup Recipe Panera Copycat

This Black Bean Soup is the tastiest of all and super easy to make. Make it in the instant pot and have a hearty meal. Stove Top instructions included. Video attached.

Course Soup

Cuisine American

Keyword Black Bean Soup, instant pot soup recipes, Panera Copycat Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 4 people

Calories 55kcal

Author simplyvegetarian777

Equipment

  • Instant Pot 6 quart or Mealthy Multipot

  • Measuring Spoons, Measuring Cups, Stirring Spoon,

  • Chopping board and knife

  • Kitchen Colander

  • Inner Pot

  • Kitchen Spatula

  • Hand Held Blender

  • Can Opener

Ingredients

Canned Products

Fresh Produce

  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 4 Garlic Pods finely chopped
  • 1 large Carrot finely chopped
  • 2 stalk Celery finely chopped
  • 1/2 large Red Bell Pepper finely chopped

Oil & Spices

Garnish

  • Finely Chopped Cilantro Leaves
  • Some Corn Tortilla Chips/Strips
  • Lemon Juice as needed

Instructions

WATCH THE ATTACHED VIDEO FOR BETTER UNDERSTANDING.

    Gather all the Ingredients.

      Prep the Vegetables

      • Wash all the vegetables in a colander. Chop them fine. Make sure to keep the size of all the chopped vegetables same for even cooking. Set aside.

      Prep the Canned Ingredients

      • Open all the cans with the can opener and set aside.

      Making Black Bean Soup in Instant Pot

      • Place the inner pot inside Instant Pot and plug it in. Press Saute mode and set on high for 10 minutes.

      • When the screen displays HOT, add oil to it. After a few seconds, add onion, garlic & Carrots to the pot. Saute for 5 minutes till onions become softer. Then add all the other vegetables & Oregano, Cumin powder, Smoked Paprika, Cayenne or Red Chili Powder, & Salt to the pot. Mix well.

      • Now add the canned Black Beans. DO NOT DRAIN THE BLACK BEANS. Use with its liquid. Plus add the canned Diced Tomatoes, & Vegetable Broth. Stir. Cancel the Saute Mode.

      • Dissolve Corn Starch in little water and add this slurry to the pot.Place the lid and set the valve to sealing. This step is optional. Corn starch i used to bring the liquids together and thicken it a bit more than the usual.

      • Press Pressure Cook Mode and set the timer to 10 minutes on HIGH.

      • Once the timer goes off, follow QPR. Open the lid carefully.

      • Blitz the soup with hand held blender few times. Stir well. Some people like to blitz it all and leave no beans behind. I like to blitz only a little bit to taste the chunky beans. It is your choice to chose the texture that you like.

      • Adjust salt or any other seasoning to your liking. I always tend to make it a bit more spicier and add more cayenne at the end for me.

      • Black Bean Soup is ready. It thickens as it sits over the period of time. If it’s too thick for your liking then add more broth or water to desired consistency.

      • Garnish with cilantro leaves, corn tortilla chips and dash of lemon juice. SERVE HOT along side a thick rustic bread.

      Stove Top Instructions

      • Take a heavy bottom Sauce Pan/Pot for Stove Top Black Bean Soup. Follow the instructions as given for Instant Pot. Only thing is you might have to adjust/increase the Liquid in the stove top recipe. Also add the corn starch slurry after the soup is ready and cook a bit further till it is all combined. Although corn starch slurry is an optional step.

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      • Broccoli Cheddar Soup, Panera Corn Chowder, Olive Garden Minestrone Soup, Poblano Cheddar Soup, Taco Soup, Mixed Beans Chili,

        Wonton Soup, and more.

      Video

      Notes

      Is Black Bean Soup good for you?

      Yes absolutely yes. This soup is high in fiber, protein & other vitamins. It is rich and creamy without the addition of any cream. The melt in the mouth beans dressed in all the spices make a delicious and healthy flavor profile.

      Can I make it Oil-Free Bean Soup?

      Yes. Skip the saute in oil part. Just dump every thing together and cook. Or use vegetable broth or water for slight saute and go from there following the rest of the recipe as is.

      Can I control the Sodium in the recipe?

      One can always adapt the recipe to personal liking. Opt for low sodium or no sodium canned products to keep the salt at check. Also, skip adding too much table salt in the recipe. If you can find potassium based salt, then use that.

      Can I skip using the Corn Starch in the recipe?

      Although corn starch binds the recipe and brings the texture together, but if you chose to then skip it. Just blend the beans a bit more than recommended in the recipe for that creamy texture.

      How to store this Soup?

      Pretty easy. Bring it to the room temperature. Store in air tight container. Refrigerate.

      How long will it last in refrigerator?

      It will stay good up to 1 week in the refrigerator.

      Can I double the recipe?

      Yes easily. Just add the hot spices carefully.

      Can I freeze it?

      Beans can be frozen easily. Therefore this soup is no exception. Although a small warning, freezing might alter the texture of the soup after thawing.

      Kitchen Gadgets Links for your reference -

      Measuring Cups and Spoons

      Chopping Board and Knife

      Kitchen stirring spoon

      Kitchen Colander

      6 quart Instant Pot

      Instant Pot Liner

      Soup Bowls

      Soup Spoons

      Hand Held Blender

      Electric Can Opener

      Nutrition

      Serving: 4people | Calories: 55kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 503mg | Potassium: 215mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 4128IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg

      I am sure you are going to try it. If you do, please rate the recipe and leave your feedback in the comments.

      Thanks,

      Sonal

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      FAQs

      Why did Panera stop selling black bean soup? ›

      Panera recently removed Black Bean Soup from their menu, saying it was a seasonal item. I think everyone can agree that Black Bean Soup is an Autumn Soup if anything, and its departure from the chain has impacted many.

      What is the closest bean to black beans? ›

      Kidney Beans

      Kidney beans have a similar texture to black beans and provide a creaminess to dishes. Their flavor is slightly different, but they make for a great substitute. Where to find it: You can get them canned or dried at. nearly any grocery store or find kidney beans on Amazon.

      Can I substitute red kidney beans for black beans? ›

      Kidney beans are meaty in texture and on the dense side- unlike pinto beans but quite similar to the texture of black beans which makes them the perfect substitute. They hold their shape and don't break down as easily. They are mild in flavor and taste different than black beans but will work well as an alternative!

      Can I substitute pinto beans for black beans? ›

      Because of their similar size, texture, and flavor profile, these beans are a good substitute for one another. The main difference between the two beans is their color. Black beans are a very dark color, while pinto beans have a lighter appearance with beige or pinkish-brown spots.

      Why is black bean soup healthy? ›

      Nutrition Facts

      This Mexican classic is packed with fiber and protein, making it a perfect entrée soup. Because this recipe calls for fewer than 10 budget-friendly ingredients and about 20 minutes of cooking time, this dish will easily be on your table in no time.

      Can I use cannellini beans instead of black beans? ›

      Cannellini beans - These white beans have a mild flavor and a creamy texture, and can work well as a substitute for black beans in recipes like soups and stews.

      What's the difference between black beans and cannellini beans? ›

      Black beans: These have a mild, earthy flavor and a slightly firmer texture. They are commonly used in Latin American and Caribbean dishes like black bean soup, burritos, and salads. 2. White beans (e.g., cannellini beans): White beans are creamy and mild in flavor.

      Do black beans taste different than Pinto? ›

      Black and pinto beans' flavor is pretty moderate and not overpowering. They are both fairly creamy as well. Black beans are slightly more similar to meat, so they can work well as a meat substitute. Ultimately, we love both types of beans, but everyone will have their own flavor preference!

      What's healthier black beans or kidney beans? ›

      Some news stories have picked up on preliminary studies showingblack beans among the highest in certain antioxidants. However,other research shows kidney beans slightly higher in totalantioxidant power. Different types of analysis and cooking methodsare enough to blur nutritional differences among these healthyoptions.

      What are the creamiest beans? ›

      Cranberry beans are known for their creamy texture with a flavor similar to chestnuts. The red specks disappear when these beans are cooked. Cranberry beans are a favorite in northern Italy and Spain. Great Northern Beans are medium-size, oval-shaped beans with thin white skin.

      What are the best beans to use for homemade chili? ›

      The best beans for chili are pinto, kidney, and black beans, like in this easy and tasty recipe. This 3-bean chili freezes great for meals later in the week. If you prefer thinner chili, add an extra can of tomato sauce. The green chiles are not hot and add a wonderful flavor, so don't be afraid to use them.

      Which is healthier black or pinto beans? ›

      Pinto and black beans are extremely similar in their nutritional values. They both offer protein, fiber, calories, iron, vitamin B1 and more. However, pinto beans have slightly more calories, carbs, fiber and fat content.

      Are black beans good for you when trying to lose weight? ›

      Canned black beans are a versatile, ready-to-use ingredient that you can use to boost the nutrient content of many dishes. They're a rich source of plant-based protein and fiber. This makes them a weight-loss-friendly food that may also help you manage blood sugar levels and lower your risk of heart disease.

      What soup did Panera get rid of? ›

      The TikTok user alleged that items soon to disappear from the Panera menu include the Bistro French Onion Soup, Ten Vegetable Soup, all cold brew drinks, all grain bowls, and several bakery items, including the blueberry scone, butter croissant, and kitchen sink cookie.

      What Panera soups were recalled? ›

      The recall is limited to 1 SKU of 16 oz. Panera at Home Southwest Corn Chowder cups produced with lot number 042122-2K and “Use By” date of 6/30/22. This item is only sold in refrigerated cases in the deli department of select retail grocery stores; it is not sold at any Panera bakery-cafe.

      What items are Panera getting removed? ›

      Panera Bread discontinues dozens of menu items
      • Deli Ham Sandwich.
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      • Napa Almond Chicken Salad Sandwich.
      • Roasted Turkey & Avocado BLT.
      • Signature Take Chicken Sandwich.
      • Southwest Chicken Melt.
      • Spicy Take Chicken Sandwich.
      • Toasted Steak & White Cheddar.
      Apr 7, 2024

      What items is Panera getting rid of? ›

      Panera is discontinuing these menu items
      • Black Forest Ham & Gouda Melt – Toasted Baguette.
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      • Chicken & Pepperoni Mozzarella Melt – Stacked Toasted Baguette.
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      Apr 10, 2024

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