Black Bean Andouille Sausage Soup Slow Cooker

Warm, hearty, and packed with Southern-inspired flavors, this Black Bean Andouille Sausage Soup is a slow cooker masterpiece that's perfect for busy days. Featuring tender black beans, smoky andouille sausage, and a medley of vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and green bell pepper, this recipe creates a rich, savory broth infused with bold spices like smoked paprika, chili powder, and cumin. With minimal prep and an all-day simmer in your slow cooker, this soup delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort. Garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime, it's a comforting dish that’s full of protein, fiber, and soul-satisfying goodness. Ideal for family dinners or meal prep, this easy black bean soup recipe is a must-try for slow cooker enthusiasts and soup lovers alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:495 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Black beans (dry)
• 12 ounces Andouille sausage
• 1 large Onion (diced)
• 1 medium Green bell pepper (diced)
• 2 medium Carrots (peeled and sliced)
• 2 Celery stalks (sliced)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 14.5 ounces Diced tomatoes (canned, with juices)
• 6 cups Chicken broth (low sodium)
• 2 Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
• 1 Lime wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and sort the black beans to remove any debris or damaged beans. Place them in a bowl, cover with water, and soak for at least 8 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse before using.

Step 2

Slice the andouille sausage into rounds or half-moons about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 3

In a skillet over medium heat, lightly brown the sausage for 3-4 minutes to enhance its flavor. Drain any excess grease and set aside.

Step 4

In the slow cooker, add the soaked and drained black beans, browned sausage, diced onion, green bell pepper, carrots, celery, minced garlic, and canned diced tomatoes (with their juices).

Step 5

Pour in the chicken broth, ensuring all ingredients are covered with liquid.

Step 6

Add the bay leaves, ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir gently to combine.

Step 7

Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on LOW for 8-10 hours or on HIGH for 4-5 hours, until the black beans are tender.

Step 8

Once cooked, taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaves before serving.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side for a bright, zesty finish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2526.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	404.8

Total Fat 5.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4241.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 75.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.2g	0%
Total Sugars 34.5g
Protein 17.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 350.0mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 2536.4mg	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: 11.9%

Protein: 16.4%

Carbs: 71.7%