Hearty Taco Soup with Beans, Corn, and Fresh Toppings Recipe
This hearty Taco Soup combines lean ground beef with a blend of flavorful spices, beans, corn, and tomatoes to create a comforting, easy-to-make meal. Topped with classic garnishes like sour cream, shredded cheese, and avocado, it’s perfect for a quick family dinner or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 5 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Ingredients
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Meat and Seasonings
- 1 pound lean ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced (or substitute 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Soup Base
- 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes (undrained)
- 4 ounce can diced green chiles
- 15 ounce can kidney beans (rinsed and drained)
- 15 ounce can black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 17 ounce can corn (drained)
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
Toppings
- Tortilla chips or Fritos
- Sour cream
- Shredded cheese
- Green onions, chopped
- Avocado, chopped
- Hot sauce
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Brown the Meat: Heat a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the lean ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess grease if necessary.
- Add Ingredients: To the browned meat in the pot, add minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, oregano, paprika, onion powder, black pepper, crushed tomatoes (with juice), diced green chiles, kidney beans, black beans, corn, and low-sodium beef broth. Stir everything thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Simmer the Soup: Bring the mixture to a low boil over medium heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let it simmer for 20 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and allow flavors to meld.
- Serve and Garnish: After simmering, ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot. Top with your favorite garnishes like tortilla chips or Fritos, sour cream, shredded cheese, chopped green onions, diced avocado, hot sauce, and fresh cilantro as desired.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey for ground beef for a leaner protein option.
- For a spicier version, add extra diced green chiles or hot sauce to taste.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, mash some of the beans before adding them.
- This soup can easily be made in a slow cooker by browning the meat first and then combining all ingredients in the crockpot to cook on low for 4-6 hours.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or can be frozen for up to 3 months.
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