Black Bean Kielbasa Soup

By Sarah Olson

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Updated Apr 11, 2026

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This flavorful Black Bean Kielbasa soup has plenty of flavor and heartiness, filled with kielbasa, beans, veggies, and salsa and spices. You’ll want to make this over and over!

black bean kielbasa soup in a slow cooker.

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five stars

I have made this soup at least a dozen times exactly the way it says. It is fantastic. One of my fav meals and nice and spicy

– Kris
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I got this recipe from a co-worker when I was a mail carrier, years ago. Her recipe was almost the same, except she used hot dogs! Well, I try not to eat hot dogs too much, but I will cook with kielbasa! This winner of a recipe is one I make for potlucks often, and it gets rave reviews. You may also want to try my slow cooker black bean soup – which has bacon instead of sausage.

Recipe Ingredients

Kielbasa – You can find this Polish sausage in rings or sometimes in classic hot dog shape.

Veggies – We use plenty of vegetables here: onion, celery, red bell pepper, carrots and jalapeno.

Seasonings – A homemade blend of fresh garlic, cumin, oregano, bay leaf, cilantro and pepper. We also add flavor by using chicken bouillon and salsa!

kielbasa, onion, carrots, celrey, peppers, bay leaf, salsa, garlic and seasonings on a wooden table.

How to make Black Bean and Kielbasa Soup

  1. Cut up your veggies and sausage, then add them to the crockpot along with the other ingredients.
  2. Let simmer all day – the house is going to smell amazing.
  3. Scoop up and serve as desired!

How to Serve

Toppings: You can eat this black bean and sausage soup as is! Or add toppings such as cheddar cheese, chopped cilantro, fresh lime and avocado.

Sides: Serve with tortilla chips, charred tortillas or cornbread. Or go the non-traditional route and make garlic bread (never a bad choice!).

close up of kielbasa black beans soup with a wooden spoon in it.

Tips & Variations

Kielbasa Swap: Use summer sausage, andoullie sausage, or hot dogs if you have that on hand.

More Vegetables: If you want to bulk up this recipe, try adding mushrooms and green beans.

Less spicy: Simply skip the jalapeno.

Do I have to soak the beans?

No. If you skip soaking, cook on HIGH instead. I often forget to soak my beans and end up cooking on high instead.

What else to cook with Kielbasa

Have more kielbasa to use up? We also make Slow Cooker Red Beans and Rice which is a cajun favorite, Kielbasa and Sauerkraut (my mother-in-law’s favorite. And Potatoes and Kielbasa which also has cabbage. Or try my Crockpot Kielbasa Dinner which is a complete Cajun meal. My Slow Cooker Pierogies is an easy dinner option as well.

black bean kielbasa soup in a slow cooker.

Black Bean Kielbasa Soup Recipe

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 9 hours
Total Time: 9 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8
By: Sarah Olson
A hearty soup recipe with dried black beans and kielbasa.
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Equipment

Ingredients 
 

  • 12 oz. pkg. kielbasa, sliced
  • cooking oil
  • 1 lb. dried black beans, soaked overnight, see below
  • 1 small white onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery ribs, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1-2 jalapenos, diced
  • 2 heaping Tbsp. minced cilantro
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 1 tsp. oregano
  • 1/2 tsp. cumin
  • 3 chicken bouillon cubes,
  • 16 oz. jar salsa
  • 7 cups water
  • 1 bay leaf

Instructions 

  • Soak the beans overnight (at least 8 hours) in water, or use the quick soak method.
  • After the beans have soaked, drain them and add to the slow cooker.
  • Set a medium sized skillet over medium high heat on the stove top. Add a bit of cooking oil. Add the sliced kielbasa and brown them on both sides. Add to the slow cooker.
  • Add the remaining ingredients to the slow cooker. Stir.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours without opening the lid during the cooking time.
  • Remove bay leaf and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Sarah’s Notes

Note that I didn’t add any salt. Between the salsa, kielbasa, and chicken bouillon cubes, to my taste, this did not need salt. Add salt to taste if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 373kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 1165mg | Potassium: 1234mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 3393IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 119mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.

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How to Store Bean Soup

Beans freeze very well. I store them in the freezer for about 3 months, or you can put them in the fridge for up to four days.

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19 Comments

  1. Sandi says:

    Several people have asked but I don’t see reply. How much chicken broth would I use instead of bouillon cubes and would I cut down on water if I use broth.

    Thanks

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    1. Sarah Olson says:

      I would do 4 cups broth and 3 cups water. I worry about using all broth, it may be too salty with the kielbasa.

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