Description
Hearty Tex-Mex Taco Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that brings warmth to chilly nights. This vibrant soup combines ground meat, beans, corn, and spices for a deliciously satisfying experience. Perfect for cozy gatherings or a quick weeknight meal, this recipe is easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite ingredients. Serve it with tortilla chips or crusty bread for a delightful touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté the diced onion until translucent. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Push onions and garlic aside; add ground meat and brown for about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in tomatoes (with juices), rinsed beans, corn, taco seasoning, and chicken broth; mix well.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low; simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving. Top with cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg