Description

Crockpot Vegetarian Tortilla Soup is a delightful and wholesome dish perfect for busy weeknights. This hearty soup combines vibrant vegetables, legumes, and spices, creating a comforting meal that warms the soul. With minimal prep time, you can simply toss the ingredients into the slow cooker and let it do the work while you unwind. Each bowl is bursting with rich flavors from fresh ingredients, making it not just nutritious but also satisfying. Customize it with your favorite toppings like avocado, cheese, or tortilla chips to enhance both flavor and texture. Suitable for family dinners or casual gatherings, this soup is sure to become a beloved staple in your home.

Ingredients

Scale

1 medium onion
1 medium jalapeño pepper
1 medium bell pepper
3.5 cups vegetable broth
15 ounces tomato sauce
1 cup corn
3/4 cup dried red lentils
15 ounces black beans
15 ounces red beans
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 cup light cream cheese

Instructions

Chop the onion, jalapeño, and bell pepper into small pieces.
In the slow cooker, combine all chopped vegetables with corn, lentils, beans, tomato sauce, vegetable broth, olive oil, and spices.
Stir well to ensure all ingredients are mixed.
Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
Stir in cream cheese until melted before serving.
Garnish with crushed tortilla chips, avocado slices, shredded cheese, and cilantro as desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Category: Main
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 290
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 12g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: For added depth of flavor, sauté onions and garlic before adding them to the slow cooker. Adjust spice levels by varying the amount of jalapeño or cayenne pepper. Feel free to substitute any beans or vegetables based on availability.