Spicy Black Bean Soup for the Crock Pot

Savor the bold, smoky flavors of this Spicy Black Bean Soup for the Crock Pot—a comforting, protein-packed recipe that's perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Featuring tender slow-cooked black beans, vibrant vegetables, and a tantalizing blend of cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika, this hearty soup simmers to perfection with minimal hands-on time. A splash of lime juice and fresh cilantro add a zesty finish, while customizable toppings like avocado, sour cream, and crispy tortilla chips take it over the top. Naturally vegan, gluten-free, and easy to make, this one-pot wonder is a must-try for anyone craving a flavorful, hassle-free meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:495 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Dried black beans
• 6 cups Water
• 4 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 large Onion, diced
• 4 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Jalapeño, minced
• 1 Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 14.5-ounce can Canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0 Optional toppings: avocado, sour cream, shredded cheese, tortilla chips

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the dried black beans thoroughly and pick out any debris or stones. Soak the beans in water overnight or for at least 6 hours. Drain and rinse before using.

Step 2

Add the soaked and rinsed black beans to the Crock Pot.

Step 3

Pour in 6 cups of water and 4 cups of vegetable broth.

Step 4

Add the diced onion, minced garlic, minced jalapeño, and diced red bell pepper to the Crock Pot.

Step 5

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Cover the Crock Pot with the lid and cook on LOW for 8-10 hours, or on HIGH for 4-6 hours, until the beans are tender and the flavors meld together.

Step 7

Once the beans are fully cooked, use an immersion blender to puree the soup slightly for a thicker consistency, leaving some beans intact for texture. Alternatively, transfer a portion of the soup to a blender, puree, and return to the pot. Be sure to handle hot liquids carefully.

Step 8

Stir in the lime juice and chopped cilantro for a fresh, bright finish.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Serve hot and garnish with your choice of optional toppings such as diced avocado, a dollop of sour cream, shredded cheese, or crumbled tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3520.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1128.9

Total Fat 20.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7539.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 192.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 61.5g	0%
Total Sugars 33.4g
Protein 57.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 511.6mg	0%
Iron 20.6mg	0%
Potassium 4586.0mg	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: 15.4%

Protein: 19.5%

Carbs: 65.1%