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    Home » Side Dish

    50 Best Sides to Serve with Black Bean Soup

    Published: Dec 6, 2022 · Modified: Jan 3, 2023 by Tami McBride · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    Searching for what to serve with black bean soup? You will love this list of the best bread, salads, sides, and toppings to pair with the soup.

    Bowl of black bean soup garnished with cilantro and avocado chunks. Tortilla chips are in the background.

    All soup recipes need great side dishes to make a complete meal. If you want an easy dinner, choose one of these recipes to complement black bean soup.

    What should you serve with black bean soup? The best side dishes for black bean soup are rice, bread, salad, and tortilla chips. Shredded cheese, avocado chunks, sour cream, and fresh cilantro are excellent toppings. See this elite list of the best soup sides.

    Check out this easy black bean soup recipe. It is a vegetarian soup that tastes even better the next day. Just remember to store it in the fridge in an airtight container.

    RELATED: You may also be interested in how to cook dry beans from scratch.

    1

    Tortilla Chips

    Tortilla chips and bean soup make a fantastic pair. Especially when you serve the chips with guacamole or salsa.

    Tortilla chips are one of the most popular side dishes for bean soup.

    2

    Crusty Bread

    When you have pureed soup for dinner, consider serving side dishes that can mop up the soup. Crusty bread is one of the best sides for this reason. Make a loaf today.

    3

    Seasoned Rice

    Try this copycat version of Taco Bell's seasoned rice. It is flavored like Mexican cuisine and takes minimal effort to get it on the table with black bean soup.

    4

    Paneer Pakoras

    Paneer pakoras are cheese chunks that are battered and fried. They are a popular Indian snack and are easy to make at home.

    Make a batch, and you will discover what you’ve been missing. This is a unique side for soup that you will return to again and again.

    5

    Corn Tortillas

    A cup of homemade soup served with a corn tortilla is an easy meal for a busy weeknight. A tortilla is always a great way to mop up your soup. Give it a try next time bean soup is on the menu.

    6

    Perfect Brown Rice

    Since black soup is saucy, rice is the perfect side. Pour the soup on top of the rice for a twist on your main dish.

    Consider cooking brown rice pasta-style. It is a better way of cooking that will leave you with soft, moist, distinct grains.

    7

    Jalapeno Cornbread

    Jalapeno cornbread is light and fluffy, with just the right amount of spice from the jalapenos. Pair a pan with a large pot of bean soup, and your easy supper is on the table.

    You can also cube the cornbread and layer it with salad ingredients to make a tasty cornbread salad.

    8

    Easy Ambrosia Salad with Cool Whip

    Need something sweet to go with your savory soup? Ambrosia salad is a good option. Mix grapes, mandarin oranges, and pineapple with a creamy dressing for a salad you won’t forget.

    9

    Coconut Shrimp

    Crispy coconut shrimp is just the dish to pair with smooth soup. The taste and texture contrast will please the whole family.

    10

    Banana Muffins

    Grab a plate of banana muffins to go with the soup pot. A sweet-tasting bread with a savory soup is a tasty pairing. You may also like blueberry muffins or zucchini muffins.

    11

    Corn on the Cob

    Grill fresh corn on the cob for a tasty side that works with black bean soup. Don’t forget to smear the corn with butter and season with salt and pepper.

    12

    Turkey Sliders Recipe

    Sliders make an easy sandwich to eat with any soup. You have your plant-based protein in the soup. Now, grab a meaty bite. Bake pulled pork or turkey sliders to have with the soup.

    13

    Strawberry Banana Pudding

    Cold, sweet strawberry banana pudding is a marvelous dish for a crowd. Even if that crowd is your hungry family. Sliced strawberries and bananas, vanilla pudding, and vanilla wafers are all the layers in this delicious side.

    If you prefer the classic, try banana pudding with Chessmen cookies. Or use other cookie alternatives for banana pudding.

    14

    Biscuits

    Biscuits are one of the easiest soup sides. No rising or waiting. Ready in about 30 minutes.

    Try biscuits made with pancake mix or 3-ingredients sour cream biscuits. Either way, biscuits will be a welcome addition to the dinner table.

    15

    Breadsticks

    Breadsticks are marvelous for dipping in soup. Crunchy or soft. Sweet or savory. Serve breadsticks with black bean soup to complete the meal.

    16

    Fry Bread

    Looking for different ways to eat black bean soup? Try serving it on Native American fry bread.

    Balls of no-yeast dough are fried to make a vessel that can hold the soup. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top for a complete meal.

    17

    Mexican Sweet Potatoes

    Sweet potatoes and black beans are a flavor combination you won’t want to miss. Season chunks of sweet potatoes with chili, garlic powder, and lime juice, and bake.

    This is a food pairing you will keep coming back to.

    18

    Baked Potato

    A hot, steaming baked potato is an excellent side for soup. Together, the foods are a vegan protein that is healthy and filling.

    You can also use the same toppings for both baked potatoes and black bean soup.

    19

    Simple Salad

    When you rush to pull dinner together, turn to a simple green salad. Lettuce, cucumbers, and tomatoes. That is all you need for a straightforward salad.

    20

    Taquitos

    Nothing says side dish like a plate of taquitos. They are wonderful with black bean soup, especially chicken or steak taquitos.

    21

    Mexican Street Corn

    Sweet corn kernels, lime juice, chili powder, mayo, and Cotija compose this easy side dish. Sprinkle it on top of the soup or eat it as a side. Either way, you will like this corn recipe with your soup.

    22

    Vegetarian Quesadilla

    Grill some bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms to make this easy, delicious veggie quesadilla. The cheesy vegetable flavor complements thick, hearty black bean soup.

    23

    Pita Bread

    Freshly cooked pita bread is an incredible bread to go with the soup. Tear it apart and dip it in your bowl.

    24

    Churros

    When you need cinnamon sugar bread, make a batch of churros. They go with most soup recipes and most Mexican dishes.

    25

    Jalapeno Poppers

    Ready for a spicy taste explosion? Bake up a pan of jalapeno poppers. Spicy peppers filled with cream cheese are a side worth repeating.

    26

    Bread Pudding

    Bread pudding is a wonderful recipe to go with the soup. The pudding is warm, soft, and sweet. Try making the pudding with leftover cake. Delicious!

    27

    Naan

    Naan is a thin, leavened, oven-baked flat bread. It shines when it mops up soups and sauces. Serve it with soup to easily wipe your bowl clean.

    28

    Potato Rolls

    Soft potato rolls are made with potato flour or mashed potatoes. Slather a roll with butter and jam before eating it with a cup of soup.

    29

    Quinoa Black Bean Salad with Lime Dressing

    Try this quinoa black bean salad recipe with fresh spinach, sauteed veggies (zucchini, peppers, onions), and zesty cumin lime dressing. Garnish with avocados, cotija cheese, and pepitas.

    Use the beans leftover from making the soup. Place beans, quinoa, and a few basic ingredients together and drizzle with a fresh lime juice vinaigrette. The soup/salad combo will be a new favorite.

    30

    Sweet Potato Fries

    Cut sweet potatoes into matchstick pieces, season, and bake to make sweet potato fries.

    31

    Texas Toast

    Texas toast makes the perfect companion to a bowl of black bean soup. The thick slice of delicious Texas toast will soak up the amazing flavors of the soup. With Texas toast on hand, black bean soup will instantly become infinitely more enjoyable.

    32

    Black Bean Sweet Potato Quesadilla

    Quesadillas made with black beans and sweet potatoes brings a unique twist to traditional quesadillas. Combined with black bean soup, they are sure to hit all the right notes with every bite.

    So why not grab yourself these two delectable dishes and treat yourself to an amazing meal?

    33

    Kale and Brussel Sprout Salad

    A healthy black bean soup recipe needs a healthy salad by its side. You will love the flavor of kale and Brussels sprouts with bean soup. Try the salad with maple vinaigrette for a mouthwatering taste.

    34

    Cilantro Lime Rice

    Cilantro lime rice is the perfect companion to black bean soup, especially if you're looking for a bright, flavorful punch.

    The combination of two South American favorites is sure to please any crowd. The gorgeous golden hue of cilantro rice will look stunning next to the deep earthy tones of black bean soup.

    35

    BLT

    This bacon lettuce tomato sandwich and black bean soup are the perfect combination. The bacon in the sandwich adds a salty crunch that pairs perfectly with the soup's creamy texture.

    It’s also an easy-to-make meal that you can whip up in no time. Besides, who doesn't like bacon? A BLT paired with black bean soup is a meal that will have you returning for more.

    36

    Coleslaw

    Coleslaw is an excellent and often overlooked side for black bean soup. The cool, crunchy texture and bold flavors provide a tasty contrast to the spicy kick of the soup.

    Serve coleslaw next time you want to make your black bean soup extra special. Your taste buds will love it.

    37

    Chile Rellenos

    Chile Rellenos are a delicious and classic Mexican dish. Melted cheese, roasted chili peppers, and flavorful seasonings are a perfect combination.

    But while chile rellenos stand tall by themselves, they also work in perfect harmony with a nice side of black bean soup. The creamy texture of the soup, coupled with the crunchy exterior of chile rellenos, is an unmatched duo.

    38

    Apple Walnut Salad

    Apple walnut salad is the perfect accompaniment to cozy, home-cooked black bean soup. And not just because it will make a beautiful plate.

    Apple walnut salad provides a tasty, crunchy texture and sweetness from the apple's natural sugars. The salad complements the subtle flavors of black bean soup.

    Together, they offer a healthy balance of textures and flavors. Apple walnut salad with black bean soup will hit the spot.

    39

    Nachos

    Nachos are always a hit. But nachos and black bean soup just might be the perfect pair. Nachos pack tasty flavors and crunch in every bite, satisfying that salty chip craving.

    Adding black bean soup to the mix gives you a balanced meal with different textures and flavor combinations in each bite. A few extra toppings like jalapenos, cheese, or sour cream can turn it into a real fiesta.

    40

    Crispy Potato Skins

    Cheesy potato skins dipped in black bean soup may sound like an unlikely combination, but this pairing is surprisingly delicious.

    The next time you crave crispy potato skins, give this underrated duo a shot. You won't regret it.

    41

    Tostadas

    Tostadas provide an exciting and versatile accompaniment to any bowl of black bean soup. The crunch of the tostadas adds a pleasant texture contrast to the soup.

    Tostadas can be loaded with any toppings you like. There is no limit to the interesting flavors you can create. Go with tostadas if you're looking for an inspiring soup side dish.

    42

    Cinnamon Rolls

    Cinnamon rolls and black bean soup are surprisingly delicious when enjoyed together. The subtle sweetness of cinnamon rolls is the perfect match for a savory bowl of this Mexican-inspired soup.

    So, if you need a flavor combination that will leave your taste buds in awe, pair cinnamon rolls and black bean soup.

    43

    Empanadas

    Empanadas provide the perfect accompaniment to traditional black bean soup. The crunch of the golden-brown pastry combined with the creaminess of the soup creates an ideal balance.

    Empanadas are hand-held and easy to eat. They provide a tasty contrast in flavor and texture to the soup. Black bean soup and empanadas have never made a better team.

    Best Toppings for Easy Black Bean Soup

    A simple topping can transform good soup into great soup. Combine a couple of toppings to make your black bean soup complete.

    44

    Sliced Avocado

    Your black bean soup is not complete without a few slices of avocado to garnish it. Almost no other food tastes as good with black beans as avocado does.

    45

    Sour Cream

    Stirring in a dollop of sour cream is the best way to make creamy black bean soup.

    46

    Pico de Gallo

    Pico de Gallo is a simple salsa made of onions, tomatoes, jalapenos, and lime juice. Make a bowlful in just a few minutes. Spoon some on top of your soup for some nice flavor.

    47

    Onions

    Green onion slices, diced red onion, or caramelized onions are all impressive garnishes for black bean soup.

    48

    Fresh Cilantro

    Chop some fresh cilantro for your soup. Cilantro is a popular herb in Mexican cuisine.

    49

    Roasted Red Peppers

    When you roast red bell peppers, you bring out their sweet, smoky flavor. You can make roasted red pepper hummus or slice them for a soup garnish.

    50

    Hot Pepper Sauce

    A little bit of hot sauce can add the kick you need to take your bowl of soup to incredible.

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