Description
High Protein Creamy Taco Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines lean ground turkey with black beans, sweet corn, and zesty taco seasoning. This creamy soup not only warms the heart but also packs a protein punch, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. Serve it as a standalone meal or elevate it with fresh cilantro and avocado for an added burst of flavor. Whip up this delightful recipe and enjoy every spoonful!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese (low-fat optional)
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté diced onions until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add ground turkey; cook until browned (about 6-8 minutes).
- Stir in diced red bell pepper, black beans, and corn; cook for about 3 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and add taco seasoning; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low; stir in cream cheese until melted and combined.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or avocado slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg