Easy Black Bean Soup Recipe - How to Make Best Black Bean Soup

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
• 1 jalapeño, minced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp. tomato paste
• kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
• 1 tsp. chili powder
• 3 (15-oz.) cans black beans, drained
• 3 c. low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth, plus more as needed
• 1 bay leaf
• Sour cream, for garnish
• Sliced avocado, for garnish
• Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
• Lime wedges, for serving (optional)