Description
This hearty Taco Soup combines ground beef (or turkey), beans, corn, and spices for a comforting dish that’s easy to prepare. Simmered to perfection and topped with your favorite garnishes, it’s perfect for any occasion and even better the next day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade)
- 2 cups beef broth (or vegetable broth)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, avocado, tortilla chips
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients and lay them out on the counter. Chop the onion finely and mince the garlic. Drain and rinse the black beans and kidney beans, and drain the corn.
- In a small bowl, mix together 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional).
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Add the ground beef (or turkey) to the pot, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and cook for another 2 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Add the black beans, kidney beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Stir until well combined.
- Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 20-30 minutes, allowing the flavors to develop.
- Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and top with your favorite garnishes like shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, avocado, or crushed tortilla chips. Serve hot with cornbread or a salad.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead of time and tastes even better the next day.
- Feel free to customize the toppings based on your preferences.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with additional beans or lentils and use vegetable broth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes