Description
Hearty Easiest Taco Soup delivers comfort in a bowl, blending Mexican-inspired spices with simple ingredients. Packed with ground beef, beans, and zesty seasonings, you’ll savor each spoonful of this quick and satisfying meal that brings warmth to any dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can black beans
- 1 can kidney beans
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 can corn
- 1 can diced tomatoes
Seasoning and Liquid:
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 can tomato sauce
Optional Toppings:
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
- 1 sliced jalapeño
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and brown the ground beef, breaking it into small crumbles until no pink remains, approximately 6-7 minutes.
- Add diced onions and minced garlic to the beef, sautéing until the onions become translucent and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
- Drain excess fat from the meat mixture to reduce greasiness and ensure a cleaner soup texture.
- Incorporate taco seasoning directly into the beef, stirring thoroughly to distribute the spices evenly and coat the meat completely.
- Pour in chicken broth, water, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, and corn, stirring to combine all ingredients uniformly.
- Bring the soup to a rolling boil, then immediately reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and develop depth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding salt or additional taco seasoning to enhance the overall flavor profile.
- Ladle the hot soup into serving bowls and garnish with optional toppings like shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, fresh chopped cilantro, and sliced jalapeños for added texture and heat.
- Serve immediately while piping hot, accompanied by tortilla chips or cornbread for a complete and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Drain meat thoroughly to prevent excess grease and maintain a lighter, cleaner soup consistency that lets other flavors shine.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting taco seasoning or adding fresh chopped jalapeños for spice lovers who crave extra kick.
- Transform this recipe into a low-carb version by replacing beans with additional vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers for fewer carbohydrates.
- Make it vegetarian by swapping ground beef with plant-based crumbles or additional beans, ensuring protein-rich and flavorful alternative for meatless diets.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg