Description
A hearty and flavorful Sweet Potato and Black Bean Soup that combines tender sweet potatoes and protein-rich black beans with warm spices. Slow-cooked to perfection for a creamy texture, this vegan-friendly soup makes a comforting meal perfect for any day.
Ingredients
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Soup Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 can (14 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Peel and dice the sweet potatoes, chop the onion, mince the garlic, and rinse and drain the black beans to have all ingredients ready for cooking.
- Add Ingredients to Crockpot: Place the sweet potatoes, black beans, chopped onion, minced garlic, vegetable broth, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper into the crockpot and stir gently to combine.
- Slow Cook the Soup: Cover the crockpot and cook the soup on low heat for 6 to 7 hours, or on high heat for 3 to 4 hours, until the sweet potatoes are tender and flavors meld together.
- Blend for Creaminess: Using an immersion blender, partially blend the soup directly in the crockpot to achieve a creamy texture while leaving some chunks for added texture and heartiness.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the warm soup into bowls and garnish with avocado slices or a dollop of vegan yogurt to add fresh creaminess and flavor contrast.
Notes
- Adjust the chili powder according to your preferred spice level.
- For extra protein, add cooked quinoa or brown rice before serving.
- Use gluten-free vegetable broth to keep the recipe gluten-free.
- This soup keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and freezes nicely for up to 3 months.
- If you don’t have an immersion blender, transfer half the soup to a blender, blend until smooth, and then return it to the crockpot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
