Description
Easy Taco Soup is a comforting dish that brings the fiesta to your dinner table. This hearty recipe combines seasoned ground beef, colorful bell peppers, aromatic garlic, and zesty taco seasoning in a warm broth. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this soup can be customized with your favorite toppings for a delicious and satisfying meal that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp taco seasoning
- 1 jalapeño, chopped (optional)
- Toppings: sour cream, shredded cheese, avocado slices, tortilla chips
Instructions
- Sauté onions and bell peppers in olive oil over medium heat until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground beef; cook until browned. Mix in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and black beans; combine well.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning and pour in chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
- Add jalapeños if desired; simmer for 20 minutes.
- Serve hot with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a healthier option, substitute ground beef with turkey or use lentils for a vegetarian version. Feel free to add corn or other vegetables for extra nutrition. Fresh herbs like cilantro can brighten up the flavors just before serving.