A symphony of southwestern flavors, this Easy Taco Soup transforms a weeknight staple into a comforting and vibrant culinary experience. Perfect for busy evenings or casual gatherings, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, customizable with your favorite toppings to create a truly personalized bowl of deliciousness.
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Nutrition
Carbohydrate
25 g
Cholesterol
55 mg
Fiber
5 g
Protein
20 g
Saturated Fat
5 g
Sodium
1125 mg
Sugar
5 g
Fat
13 g
Unsaturated Fat
0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
7 mins
In a large, heavy-bottomed soup pot or Dutch oven, heat over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and crumbly (5-7 minutes). Drain off any excess grease.
02
Step
7 mins
Add the minced onion and garlic to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions become translucent and softened (about 5 minutes). Stir in the taco seasoning and cook until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
03
Step
3 mins
Stir in the black beans, Mexican-style corn, and diced tomatoes with green chiles. Pour in the tomato juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot to deglaze. This adds depth of flavor to the soup.
04
Step
20 mins
Bring the soup to a simmer. Add the chopped cilantro and squeeze in the juice from both lime halves. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 15-20 minutes, or longer for a richer flavor. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
05
Step
2 mins
Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro and your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream or Greek yogurt, diced avocado, and crushed tortilla chips. A squeeze of fresh lime juice adds a final touch of brightness.
For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with 1-2 cups of cooked lentils or crumbled plant-based ground.
To add more vegetables, consider including diced bell peppers, zucchini, or carrots along with the onions.
For a spicier soup, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of your favorite hot sauce.
This soup tastes even better the next day, as the flavors have more time to meld together. It's perfect for meal prepping!
Adjust the amount of taco seasoning to your preference. Some packets can be quite salty, so start with less and add more if needed.
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Wilfrid Bashirian
Jun 30, 2025The lime juice really brightens up the flavor. Don't skip it!
Jayce Mayert
Jun 22, 2025This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! My family loves it, and it's so easy to customize with different toppings.
Pablo Corwin
Jun 17, 2025I added a can of pinto beans for extra heartiness. It was delicious!
Lorna Konopelski
Jun 17, 2025I made this for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone asked for the recipe.
Berniece Feeney
Jun 15, 2025Next time, I'll try adding some diced avocado for extra creaminess.