This chunky wholesome vegan black bean soup can simmer all day in your slow cooker. Made with canned items, it's a healthy but effortless family meal. Dump and go!
❤️ Why you'll love this slow cooker black bean soup
- Hearty black beans and corn in a chunky tomato broth seasoned with smoky chipotle, this Slow Cooker Vegan Black Bean Soup makes an easy meatless family meal for a cool day.
- Made with organic canned ingredients, it's a flavourful "dump and go" soup!
- This recipe is mildly spicy, but you can make it milder or fiery hot by adjusting the amount of chipotle powder or the green chilies or by using Mexican stewed tomatoes.
- Simmering soup in a slow cooker is so convenient and I love the aromas that waft through the kitchen. Try this Slow Cooker Moroccan Harissa Cauliflower Soup , Vegan Sweet Potato Corn Chowder or this Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Turmeric Soup if you're looking for healthy soup ideas.
- And if you want to make chili in your Instant Pot today, you might like the bold flavours in this Instant Pot Vegan Chipotle Chili.
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🛒 Ingredients
You'll find a complete list of ingredients with quantities in the recipe card below.
- canned black beans
- canned stewed tomatoes
- canned diced tomatoes
- vegetable broth: store-bought or homemade
- corn kernels, canned or frozen
- canned chopped green chilies
- green onions, thinly sliced
- chipotle chili powder: You can adjust the amount according to your family's tastes
- ground cumin
- garlic cloves: Fresh cloves add the best flavour.
🔪 Instructions
An easy slow cooker recipe!
There's no need to brown any ingredients with this crockpot black bean soup recipe. Simply combine all ingredients in a slow cooker and cover it with a lid.
Let it work its magic for a few hours while you go off and do something you enjoy. When it's ready, ladle it into bowls and let your family go wild with all the fixin's!
❓ What toppings go well with this homemade soup?
I like this Texas Black Bean Soup topped with Southwestern-flavoured additions. Try any or all of the following favorite toppings:
- sliced avocado
- lime wedges
- cilantro leaves
- crispy store-bought tortilla strips or tortilla chips
- a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt (or vegan sour cream)
❓ Can I make this black bean soup on the stovetop?
Yes! Just combine all ingredients in a heavy-bottomed pan and simmer on the stovetop for 45 minutes to an hour until well heated through. Garnish as usual.
🔁 Can I freeze this black bean soup?
Yes again! This vegan black bean soup freezes well. Portion it into glass containers with tight-fitting lids, chill, then freeze. When ready to serve, thaw and heat on the stovetop. Don't forget those toppings!
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This recipe was originally published in 2017. It has been updated with extra information.
📖 Recipe
Slow Cooker Vegan Texas Black Bean Soup
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 19 oz. (560 ml) cans organic black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 14.5 oz (428 ml) can stewed tomatoes
- 1 28 oz. (828 ml) can diced tomatoes
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups corn kernels, canned or frozen
- 1 4.5 oz can chopped green chilies
- 4 medium green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon chipotle chili powder, or to taste
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin,
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a 3-quart slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 4 to 6 hours or on low for 8 hours.
- Serve as is, or if you prefer a smoother soup, use an immersion blender to purée half the soup and leave the other half chunky.
- Garnish with sliced avocado, crispy tortilla strips, cilantro, lime wedges and sour cream (if not vegan).
Dierdre
My family really likes soup and I've made it there times now. So easy!!
Terri Gilson
Oh how I love 'dump and go' slow cooker recipes where nothing has to be browned in advance! I believe that's the entire point of the crock pot 🙂 Thanks for sharing this - it looks amazing!
Flavour & Savour
I agree, Terri! One step, one pot, done!
Lizzy
I love anything I can make in the slow cooker come fall. This recipe looks delicious and is right up my alley! thanks for sharing!
Flavour & Savour
Thanks Lizzy! I love having a slow cooker simmering away on fall days, too! Thanks for stopping by.
Dana
This looks and sounds delicious! And yeah, I'm all about canned beans when making chilis. Open, dump, and wait. Because I'm totally the type who would forget to soak'em the night before 😉
I can't wait for cooler weather. This recipe is HAPPENING.
Flavour & Savour
Thanks Dana,
Yes, there's a place for canned beans in my life! They make life so easy some days!
Leanne | Crumb Top Baking
Fall is definitely slow cooker season, and this soup brings all the cozy vibes! Love the heartiness that black beans add to any meal, especially soups!
Flavour & Savour
Thanks Leanne!
Denise from Urb'n'Spice
I am so thrilled to see your recipe for Vegan Slow Cooker Texas Black Bean Soup today, Elaine. It is exactly what I was craving. Thank you for sharing - this will be happening very soon!. 🙂
Flavour & Savour
Thanks Denise! It's that time of year for craving hearty soups!
Jessica from Cooking in my Genes
Loving how simple this recipe is! Perfect for the cooler Fall nights that are soon to be upon us - can't wait to try!
Flavour & Savour
Thanks Jessica, It's definitely an easy recipe!