Hearty Tex-Mex Taco Soup
Hearty Tex-Mex Taco Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that warms you from the inside out. This quick and easy recipe combines tender ground beef, protein-packed black beans, and vibrant vegetables in a savory broth, making it perfect for chilly nights or casual gatherings. Each bowl is a burst of Tex-Mex goodness, making this soup a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that leaves everyone wanting more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted tomatoes
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté chopped onion until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground beef and cook until browned (approximately 7 minutes), draining excess fat.
- Stir in chopped bell peppers and cook for another 3 minutes.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning over the mixture and stir well to combine for about 1 minute.
- Pour in black beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
- Stir in fresh cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, add a pinch of cumin when sautéing onions. - Feel free to replace ground beef with turkey or add corn for sweetness. - Customize your toppings with cheese, sour cream, or diced jalapeños for spice.