Crockpot Vegetarian Tortilla Soup for Cozy Weeknight Comfort
Warm up your weeknights with our delicious Crockpot Vegetarian Tortilla Soup, a comforting dish that’s both easy to prepare and packed with vibrant flavors. This hearty soup is perfect for family dinners or meal prep, allowing you to savor a satisfying bowl of goodness without the fuss. Simply toss your ingredients into the crockpot and let it work its magic while you relax. With nutrient-rich vegetables, legumes, and customizable toppings, this cozy soup not only warms the soul but also delights the taste buds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium Onion
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 3.5 cups Vegetable Broth
- 1 medium Jalapeño Pepper
- 1 cup Corn
- 3/4 cup Dried Red Lentils
- 15 ounces Tomato Sauce
- 1 medium Bell Pepper
- 3/4 cup Salsa
- 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
- Salt
- Pepper
- Crushed Tortilla Chips
- Sliced Avocado
- Sour Cream
- Diced Jalapeños
- Chopped Red Onion
- Shredded Cheddar
- Fresh Cilantro
Instructions
- Wash and chop all vegetables: onion, jalapeño pepper, and bell pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté the diced onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Transfer sautéed onions to the crockpot along with all remaining ingredients except for toppings.
- Stir thoroughly to combine everything in the crockpot.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until lentils are tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, blend in light cream cheese until melted.
- Serve hot topped with crushed tortilla chips, sliced avocado, sour cream, diced jalapeños, chopped red onion, shredded cheddar, and fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg