Taco Soup
Taco soup is the ultimate comfort dish, combining bold flavors and wholesome ingredients into a delightful bowl of goodness. This easy-to-make recipe features ground beef, beans, and vibrant veggies simmered together with aromatic spices, making it perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings. Top it with melted cheese and fresh cilantro for an irresistible treat that warms both your heart and your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 (14.5 oz) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper (red or green), diced
- 2 tbsp homemade taco seasoning
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and bell pepper; sauté for about 5 minutes until soft.
- Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula; cook until browned, approximately 6 minutes.
- Stir in taco seasoning, kidney beans, and black beans; cook for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in canned tomatoes and chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20-30 minutes.
- Serve hot, topped with shredded cheese and cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups (360g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg