Crockpot Vegetarian Tortilla Soup
There’s something incredibly comforting about a hot bowl of Crockpot Vegetarian Tortilla Soup, especially when it’s packed with flavor and nutritious ingredients. If you’re in the mood for a simple, yet fulfilling meal, this soup is the perfect dish to warm you up. Made effortlessly in the slow cooker, this soup is not only vegetarian but also rich in flavor, with a satisfying blend of beans, vegetables, and a creamy texture. Whether you’re planning ahead for a busy day or just looking for a wholesome dish to share with your family, this vegetarian tortilla soup recipe is the perfect choice.
Calories 375kcal
Ingredients
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon olive oil (or avocado oil)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeño, diced (optional)
- 3 ½ cups vegetable broth (low-sodium preferred)
- 15 oz tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
- ¾ cup salsa (mild or medium)
- 1 can black beans (15 oz), drained and rinsed
- 1 can red beans (15 oz), drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- ¾ cup dried red lentils, rinsed
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (or 2 fresh garlic cloves)
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- ½ cup light cream cheese (or dairy-free cream cheese)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Crushed tortilla chips
- Shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- Sliced avocado
- Fresh cilantro
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Fresh jalapeño slices
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Dice the onion, red bell pepper, and jalapeño. Drain and rinse the black beans, red beans, and lentils. Slice the corn if using fresh, or have canned or frozen corn ready.
- Add to the Crockpot: In your Crockpot, combine the onion, bell pepper, jalapeño, corn, black beans, red beans, lentils, salsa, tomato sauce, vegetable broth, and all spices. Stir well.
- Cook: Cover and cook on HIGH for 4-6 hours or on LOW for 7-8 hours. The soup is ready when the lentils are soft and the vegetables are tender.
- Add Cream Cheese: Once the soup is done, stir in the cream cheese until it fully melts and combines, making the soup creamy.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls and garnish with your favorite toppings—tortilla chips, shredded cheese, avocado, cilantro, sour cream, or Greek yogurt. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For a spicier soup, increase the amount of cayenne pepper or use hot salsa.
- To make it vegan, swap the cream cheese for dairy-free alternatives like cashew cream or coconut milk.
- You can adjust the thickness of the soup by adding more broth or reducing the liquid for a thicker consistency.
- For a heartier version, add extra veggies like zucchini, spinach, or carrots.