Why Make This Recipe
Taco Soup is a fantastic dish if you want something hearty and flavorful. It’s a one-pot meal that can feed many people, making it perfect for families and gatherings. The mix of ingredients like beans, tomatoes, and meat makes it nutritious and satisfying. Plus, it’s easy to customize! You can add your favorite toppings or adjust the flavors to match your taste.
How to Make Taco Soup
Making Taco Soup is simple and quick. Follow these easy steps to create this delicious dish at home.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (10 oz) tomatoes with green chiles
- 3 cups beef broth
Directions:
- Brown the meat with the onion in a soup pot and drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the taco seasoning.
- Add the beans, corn, tomatoes, green chiles, and broth to the pot.
- Let it simmer uncovered for about 25 minutes.
- Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Serve it hot with tortilla chips, cheese, avocado, or sour cream.
How to Serve Taco Soup
Taco Soup is great on its own, but you can elevate it with different toppings. Serve it with crunchy tortilla chips for dipping, or sprinkle some shredded cheese on top for creaminess. Avocado slices and a dollop of sour cream can also add freshness and flavor.
How to Store Taco Soup
If you have leftovers, store the Taco Soup in an airtight container in the fridge. It can last for about 3-4 days. If you want to keep it longer, you can freeze it. Just make sure to let it cool completely before transferring it to a freezer-safe container. It should stay good in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Tips to Make Taco Soup
- For an extra kick, add some chopped jalapeños or hot sauce.
- Use canned beans to save time, but you can also cook beans from scratch if you prefer.
- If you want a thicker soup, you can mash some of the beans before adding them to the pot.
Variation
You can easily make this soup vegetarian by omitting the meat and using vegetable broth. You can also add more vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, or spinach for added nutrition.
FAQs
Can I use chicken instead of beef in Taco Soup?
Yes, you can use ground chicken or turkey. Both work well in the soup.
Is Taco Soup gluten-free?
Yes, as long as your taco seasoning is gluten-free, the soup will be gluten-free too.
Can I make Taco Soup in a slow cooker?
Absolutely! Just brown the meat and onion, then combine all ingredients in the slow cooker and let it cook on low for 6-8 hours.
Taco Soup
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Description
A hearty and flavorful one-pot dish perfect for families, customizable with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (10 oz) tomatoes with green chiles
- 3 cups beef broth
Instructions
- Brown the meat with the onion in a soup pot and drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the taco seasoning.
- Add the beans, corn, tomatoes, green chiles, and broth to the pot.
- Let it simmer uncovered for about 25 minutes.
- Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Serve it hot with tortilla chips, cheese, avocado, or sour cream.
Notes
For an extra kick, add chopped jalapeños or hot sauce. The soup can be made vegetarian by omitting the meat and using vegetable broth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
