Crockpot Vegetarian Tortilla Soup (Print Version)
A hearty slow-cooker soup loaded with beans, lentils, and veggies, finished with creamy cheese and your favorite toppings.
# Ingredients:
→ Base
01 -
1 medium onion, diced
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1 teaspoon olive oil or avocado oil
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3 1/2 cups vegetable broth
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1 jalapeno pepper, diced
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1 cup corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
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3/4 cup dried red lentils
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15 ounces tomato sauce
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1 red bell pepper, diced
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3/4 cup salsa (mild or spicy, or salsa verde)
→ Beans
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15 ounces black beans (one can, drained & rinsed)
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15 ounces red beans (one can, drained & rinsed)
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon garlic powder or 2 fresh garlic cloves
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1/2 teaspoon cumin
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ Finishing
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1/2 cup light cream cheese or creamy cheese of choice (dairy-free works too)
→ Optional Toppings
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Crushed tortilla chips
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Sliced avocado
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Sour cream
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Sliced or diced jalapeños
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Chopped red onion
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Shredded cheddar
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Fresh cilantro
# Steps:
01 -
Dice the onion and red bell pepper. Drain and rinse the black and red beans. Wash the dried red lentils thoroughly under cold running water and set aside.
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Into the slow cooker, add olive oil, diced jalapeno pepper, onions, bell peppers, corn, salsa, tomato sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, cayenne pepper (if using), vegetable broth, and salt and pepper. Toss everything together.
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Cover and cook on HIGH for 4-6 hours or on LOW for 7-8 hours, until vegetables and lentils are cooked through and the soup is thick.
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Once done, remove the lid and mix in the cream cheese until well incorporated.
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Pour the soup into serving bowls. Add your favorite toppings like crushed tortilla chips, and serve warm.
# Notes:
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Serving size is approximately 2 cups per bowl
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Add cream cheese at the very end for best results
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Any cooking oil can be substituted
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Beans can be substituted with your preferred varieties
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Use any creamy white cheese instead of heavy cream for thickness
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Skip cayenne pepper if serving to children
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For non-vegetarians, shredded chicken or beef can be added