Slow Cooker Vegetarian Lentil Tortilla Soup

• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed 15 oz
• 1 can Pinto beans, drained and rinsed 15 oz
• 1 can sweet corn, drained 15 oz
• ¾ cup dried lentils
• ¾ cup onion diced
• 1 green pepper seeded and diced
• 1 Jalapeno pepper seeded and diced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can tomato sauce 15 oz
• 2 Tablespoons tomato paste
• ¾ cup salsa verde
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ cup heavy whipping cream optional (add right before serving)

Toppings

• pico de gallo, greek yogurt (or sour cream), tortilla strips, jalapeno, shredded cheddar cheese, avocado (or guacamole) optional