Black and Red Mexican Slow Cooker Soup

Dive into a bowl of hearty comfort with this Black and Red Mexican Slow Cooker Soup, a vibrant and flavorful dish packed with protein-rich black beans, red kidney beans, and bold spices like cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika. This easy slow cooker recipe combines wholesome ingredients like fire-roasted tomatoes, sweet corn, and diced red bell peppers for a nutrient-packed meal that's as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. Perfect for busy weeknights or make-ahead meals, this soup delivers a delightful balance of smoky, tangy, and savory flavors. Serve it with fresh cilantro, creamy avocado slices, and a squeeze of lime for a customizable touch that adds brightness to every spoonful. Pair with tortilla chips or crusty bread for a complete, soul-warming meal the whole family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed Black beans
• 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed Red kidney beans
• 1 can (15 oz), with juice Fire-roasted diced tomatoes
• 1 cup (frozen or canned, drained) Corn kernels
• 4 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 medium, diced Red bell pepper
• 1 medium, finely chopped Yellow onion
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup, chopped (optional for garnish) Fresh cilantro
• 1 cut into wedges (for serving) Lime
• 1 sliced (optional for serving) Avocado

Directions

Step 1

Prepare all ingredients: dice the red bell pepper, finely chop the onion, mince the garlic, and drain/rinse the beans and corn if using canned.

Step 2

In a large slow cooker, combine the black beans, red kidney beans, fire-roasted diced tomatoes (with their juice), corn, vegetable broth, diced red bell pepper, chopped onion, and minced garlic.

Step 3

Add the ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the slow cooker. Stir well to incorporate the spices evenly.

Step 4

Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 6-8 hours. Stir occasionally if possible.

Step 5

Once the cooking time is complete, taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or spices as needed.

Step 6

Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, avocado slices, and lime wedges on the side for squeezing. Enjoy with tortilla chips or crusty bread!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2411.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1282.5

Total Fat 16.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 8179.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 243.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 68.7g	0%
Total Sugars 43.0g
Protein 65.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 749.9mg	0%
Iron 25.6mg	0%
Potassium 4125.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 10.9%

Protein: 19.0%

Carbs: 70.1%