Taco Soup
Hearty taco soup packed with ground beef, beans, corn, tomatoes, and savory taco spices. A one-pot, family-friendly meal ready in less than an hour!
Equipment
- Large pot or Dutch oven
- Wooden spoon
- cutting board
- Knife
- Can opener
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Ladle
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 small onion chopped
- 15 oz black beans drained
- 15 oz kidney beans drained
- 15 oz corn drained
- 15 oz diced tomatoes
- 8 oz tomato sauce
- 1 packet taco seasoning or 2 tbsp homemade
- 1 cup beef or chicken broth
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown ground meat in a large pot over medium heat. Drain extra fat.
- Add chopped onion and cook until softened.
- Stir in taco seasoning.
- Add beans, corn, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and broth. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot with optional toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, or cilantro.
Notes
For a lighter version, use turkey or lentils instead of beef. Add diced jalapeños for heat. Soup freezes well for up to 3 months. Serve with tortilla chips or cornbread.
Nutrition
Calories: 260kcal | Protein: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 900mg