Description
Easy Taco Soup is a quick and delicious meal that brings warmth and flavor to your table in under 30 minutes. This one-pot dish features a vibrant mix of seasoned ground beef, hearty black beans, sweet corn, and zesty diced tomatoes, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Customizable to fit your taste preferences, you can add extra veggies or switch proteins with ease. Serve it with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or fresh cilantro for an elevated experience. Enjoy the comforting flavors and satisfying textures of this easy taco soup that everyone will love!
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cans (14.5 oz each) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 can (15 oz) corn kernels
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a large pot over medium heat until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic; cook until the onion is translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, taco seasoning, and water; mix well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes.
- Serve hot with optional garnishes such as shredded cheese or fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added spice, consider incorporating chopped jalapeños or bell peppers. To make it vegetarian, substitute the meat with kidney beans or chickpeas. Leftover soup can be stored in an airtight container for up to four days in the fridge or frozen for up to three months.