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Sopa De Habas (Creamy Fava Bean Soup)

Published: Oct 29, 2016 · Updated: May 9, 2022 by Mely Martínez

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Sopa de habas is the ideal creamy soup to make on a cold and rainy day. It's a very filling and hearty soup that fills your kitchen with Mexican spices and aromas.

Mexican fava bean soup recipe

:two_hearts: Why You'll Love Sopa de Habas

Even though the fall season is not as cold here as it is in more northern parts of the country, for some reason I’ve been craving lots of soups this fall.

We’ve been eating soups almost every other day (especially this creamy black bean soup), and this fava bean soup is up next on the list.

I like the fact that I can cook a big batch of fava beans, store them in the freezer, and use them as needed; it’s really convenient!

An added bonus to this soup is that the creamy texture of the fava beans, when blended, allows you to avoid the addition of milk or creams, which is very helpful when you are trying to eat healthy.

🙋‍♀️ FAQ

Before I share my fava bean soup recipe, here are a few questions I've been asked about homemade sopa de habas.

What do habas taste like?

Habas have a creamy texture and a unique flavor. They have both a sweet and nutty taste with earthy undertones.

Are fava beans healthy?

Yes! One cup of fava beans has 13 grams of protein and 9 grams of fiber.

Is this fava bean soup vegan friendly?

No, not this one. If you want the vegan version of this soup, check out this recipe for fava bean soup with a broth base.

📋 Ingredients

This is a super tasty soup that is made with wholesome ingredients and traditional Mexican spices.

Here is the list of ingredients you will need:

  • Vegetable oil
  • White onion 
  • Garlic clove 
  • Tomato
  • Fava beans
  • Warm water
  • Knorr chicken bouillon
  • Nopales.
  • Salt and pepper
  • Cilantro (or parsley) 

Please note: For exact measurements of the ingredients listed above, scroll down to the recipe card located at the bottom of this post!

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🔪 Instructions

To make things easier for you, I am going to break down the directions for making sopa de habas into sections.

Saute veggies

  • Heat oil in a medium-size saucepan, then add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté for about 1 minute.
  • Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook for about 4-5 minutes, until they release their juices.

Puree beans and bouillon

  • While the tomatoes are cooking, place fava beans in the blender with the warm water and Knorr Chicken bullion, and process until smooth.
  • Pour this mixture into the saucepan and stir in the nopales.
  • Season with salt and pepper and cook for about 5 minutes, until all the flavors have blended.
  • Serve and enjoy!
Creamy sopa de habas in a white bowl

🍽 Side Dishes

Serve in bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley. We like to have some freshly oven-toasted multigrain bread or bolillos on the side to dip into this creamy soup.

I personally like to eat this soup by itself. If you want to serve it with a sandwich, I suggest making a savory steak sandwich on the side!

If you prefer a salad, then make a quick heart of palm salad. The flavors and fresh ingredients are incredible.

📚 More Authentic Mexican Recipes

If you enjoyed this recipe for sopa de habas, take a look at some of these other authentic Mexican recipes:

  • Potato Poblano Soup
  • Squash Blossom and Squash Soup
  • Mexican Black Bean Soup With Chorizo
  • Mexican Meatball Soup
  • Vegetable Beef Soup with Rice

I hope you make this creamy fava bean soup! If this recipe was of any help to you, come back to let me know your experience. Please leave us a comment below and tell us all about it!

¡Buen provecho!

Mely

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Sopa De Habas (Creamy Fava Bean Soup)

Mely Martínez
Sopa de habas is the ideal creamy soup to make on a cold and rainy day. It's a very filling and hearty soup that fills your kitchen with Mexican spices and aromas.
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 25 mins
Course Soups
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4
Calories 188 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ Tbsp. Vegetable oil
  • ⅓ cup chopped white onion finely diced
  • 1 garlic clove finely chopped
  • 2 cups chopped tomato
  • 3 cups cooked fava beans
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1 Tbsp. Knorr chicken bouillon
  • 1 ½ cup cooked and diced Nopales.
  • Salt and pepper to season
  • Cilantro or parsley to garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in a medium-size saucepan, then add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté for about 1 minute.
  • Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook for about 4-5 minutes, until they release their juices.
  • While the tomatoes are cooking, place fava beans in the blender with the warm water and Knorr Chicken bullion, and process until smooth.
  • Pour this mixture into the saucepan and stir in the nopales. Season with salt and pepper and cook for about 5 minutes, until all the flavors have blended.
  • Serve in bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley. We like to have some freshly oven-toasted multigrain bread on the side to dip into this creamy soup. Enjoy!

Notes

  • You can easily make this soup fat free by using 2 tablespoons of water instead of the vegetable oil.
  • You can use canned fava beans for this soup, just make sure to drain and rinse them before placing them in the blender.
  • If you like spicy soups, add one chopped jalapeño in the first step.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 188kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 11gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 669mgFiber: 9gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 305IUVitamin C: 15.8mgCalcium: 139mgIron: 3.3mg
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Hi, I'm Mely Martinez, a former Mexican school teacher, home cook, and food blogger. I moved to the United States about ten years ago, after living in Mexico my whole life. Now I love to share home-style recipes for authentic Mexican food.

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