Description
Crockpot Black Bean Soup is a simple yet flavorful dish that combines hearty black beans with aromatic spices like cumin and smoked paprika in a rich vegetable broth. This healthy, vegan-friendly soup is made easy with the slow cooker, delivering a comforting and savory meal with minimal effort. Garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime, it’s the perfect cozy meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups dried black beans (or 3 cans, drained and rinsed)
4 cups vegetable broth
1 onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
Lime wedges and cilantro for serving
Instructions
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Prepare the beans: Rinse dried black beans thoroughly and remove any debris.
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Combine ingredients: Add black beans, vegetable broth, diced onion, minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to the Crockpot.
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Cook the soup: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until beans are tender.
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Blend the soup (optional): For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to blend partially, leaving some beans whole for texture.
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Adjust seasoning: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or spices.
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Serve: Ladle soup into bowls and top with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Squeeze lime juice before eating for added freshness.
Notes
Add vegetables like carrots, celery, or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
Spice it up with jalapeño, cayenne pepper, or more red pepper flakes.
For creaminess, stir in coconut milk or heavy cream.
Customize with toppings like avocado, sour cream, or tortilla strips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Category: Soup, Comfort Food, Crockpot Recipes
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican, Vegan
