Published: Jan 16, 2023 · Modified: Feb 14, 2023 by kaydimaggio

The Best Crockpot Vegan Taco Soup

Name: The Best Crockpot Vegan Taco Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 300 min
Total time: 310 min
Ingredients: 1 bag Frozen bell peppers and onions; 2 cans Black Beans; 3 cans Rotel; 12 ounces Impossible Meat; 1 cup Frozen corn; 6 cups Vegetable broth; 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder; 1 teaspoon Onion Powder; 1 Tablespoon Chili Powder; 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika; 1 teaspoon Cumin; 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne; 1/2 teaspoon Salt; 1/2 teaspoon Pepper

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This Crockpot Vegan Taco Soup is the perfect set-it-and-forget-it type of meal! Budget-friendly, the whole family will love this!

*Originally published September 14, 2021 and updated with new copy and photos 1/16/23.

Two white bowls with red napkin surrounded by tortilla chips

When it gets cold out, there is nothing that I love more than a warm and hearty soup. It is even better if it is something that I can throw in my slow cooker, go about my day and have a delicious meal at dinnertime. That is what I love about this crockpot taco soup. This soup is warm, delicious and so, so easy! Using mostly canned or frozen ingredients, this soup is also super budget-friendly!

We eat this soup at least a couple of times a month and it is quickly becoming one of the most requested meals with our friends. You are going to love it!

For some other great quick meals, check out this Slow Cooker Vegetarian Pot Pie Soup, this Dairy-Free Tomato Basil Soup, or this Vegan Chili Mac!

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Why You'll Love this Crockpot Vegan Taco Soup
Ingredients and Substitutions
How to Make Crockpot Vegan Taco Soup
Recipe Serving Suggestions
Storage
Top Tips
Recipe FAQ's
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Why You'll Love this Crockpot Vegan Taco Soup

Minimal Effort- This taco soup is the perfect easy recipe because you just add everything into the crockpot, set the timer, and forget about it!
Full of flavor- This soup is loaded with flavor from Mexican spices. If you don't have all the spices on hand, you can even sub for a packet of taco seasoning!
Customizable-You can easily customize this soup to suit your tastes. If you don't like black beans, feel free to swap them for pinto. If you want to leave out the impossible meat, go for it!
Hearty-The combination of the impossible meat and the beans pack a ton of protein guaranteed to leave you filling full!
Reheats well-This soup freezes perfectly and lasts long in the fridge. It is perfect for leftovers!
Budget-friendly-Using mostly canned or frozen ingredients, this soup will be easy on your budget and stretch a long way!

Ingredients and Substitutions

Ingredients on white surface — Slow Cooker Vegan Taco Soup Ingredients

Spices- This recipe uses garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin and cayenne. Feel free to substitute it with a package of your favorite taco seasoning.
Frozen Vegetables-Feel free to swap the frozen vegetables for canned or fresh!
Black Beans-Feel free to swap with your favorite type of beans! Pinto beans are one of my favorite swaps.

A complete list of ingredients and amounts is located on the recipe card below.

How to Make Crockpot Vegan Taco Soup

Quick Overview

Add all of the ingredients to your crockpot
Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 4-6 hours

Step By Step Instructions

All of the ingredients added to the slow cooker

Step One: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the impossible meat and cook until brown.

Step Two: Add all of the ingredients to the crockpot

Two white bowls with different toppings, surrounded by chips

Step 3: Add the vegetable broth, cover, and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 4-6 hours.

Step 4: Ladle into bowls, top with your favorite toppings, and enjoy!

Recipe Serving Suggestions

This soup is great on it's own, however, we love to load it up with a variety of different toppings. Some of our favorites are:

Tortilla chips
Vegan sour cream
Jalapeños
Vegan cheddar cheese

For another great crockpot meal, check out this vegetarian pot pie soup!

Storage

This soup is perfect for leftovers. Allow the soup to cool completely and then store covered in the refrigerator for up to five days.

To freeze the soup, allow it to cool completely and then ladle it into a freezer-safe container. Label and date and freeze for up to three months.

Top Tips

There is no need to thaw the frozen vegetables before you add them to the crockpot. Feel free to just add them in frozen!
If you prefer using dried black beans instead of canned, make sure to soak the beans overnight and add an extra 2 cups of broth or water to the crockpot.
Feel free to use fresh vegetables if you prefer!
Don't forget to load this soup up with your favorite toppings before serving!

Recipe FAQ's

How do you thicken taco soup?

If you want your soup a little on the thicker side, before serving, add half of the soup into a blender and blend until smooth. Pour it back into the crockpot and stir to combine.

What goes well with taco soup?

We love serving our soup with crushed tortilla chips, jalapeños, and sour cream!

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