Description
Weeknight Taco Soup is a vibrant, hearty dish that brings the festive flavors of taco night to your dinner table in just 30 minutes. This comforting soup features lean ground beef or turkey, protein-packed black beans, sweet corn, and zesty diced tomatoes, all simmered together with fragrant spices for a delightful explosion of taste. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, serve it hot with your favorite toppings and crispy tortilla chips for an unforgettable meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground meat for about 5 minutes.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until softened (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in the taco seasoning until well combined.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes (with juices), black beans, corn, and chicken broth; stir until mixed.
- Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
- Serve hot with your choice of garnishes like cheese, sour cream, or cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg