Description
A flavorful and hearty Taco Soup recipe that is easy to make and perfect for a comforting meal. This soup is packed with ground beef or turkey, beans, corn, and tomatoes, seasoned with taco spices for a delicious Mexican-inspired dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Ground Beef/Turkey Mixture:
- 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (if using lean meat)
Vegetables and Beans:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can corn, drained
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
Broth and Seasonings:
- 2 cups beef or chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings (optional):
- Shredded cheese, sour cream, tortilla chips, avocado, or cilantro
Instructions
- Cook the Meat: In a large pot, heat olive oil and cook the ground beef or turkey until browned, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Saute Vegetables: Add onion and garlic, cook until softened, then stir in taco seasoning and cumin.
- Add Ingredients: Mix in beans, corn, tomatoes, and broth. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20–25 minutes.
- Season and Serve: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve with desired toppings.
Notes
- This soup freezes well and tastes better the next day.
- Customize with different beans or shredded chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
