Description
Slow Cooker Bean Soup is a heartwarming dish that combines tender mixed beans, aromatic vegetables, and flavorful spices into a comforting bowl of goodness. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe delivers rich flavors with minimal effort. Let the slow cooker do the work as you savor the enticing aroma filling your kitchen. Enjoy this nutritious soup on its own or paired with crusty bread for the ultimate cozy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mixed beans (black, kidney, pinto)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth (low-sodium)
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse mixed beans under cold water and drain well.
- (Optional) Sauté onions and garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
- Add beans, carrots, celery, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, cumin, chili powder, bay leaves, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs or sour cream if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg