Description
This Taco Soup recipe is the ultimate weeknight hero. It’s packed with protein-rich beans, sweet corn, savory spices, and vibrant tomatoes, creating a soup that tastes like a deconstructed taco in a bowl. Whether you’re feeding a hungry crowd or just craving a cozy, spicy dinner, this “dump-and-go” soup delivers big flavor with minimal effort in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 (14-ounce) cans Great Northern Beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (28-ounce) can Diced Tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (14-ounce) can Mexican-Style Corn, drained
- 1 cup Water (or vegetable broth)
Spice Blend:
- 2 tablespoons Chili Powder
- 2 teaspoons Dried Parsley Flakes
- 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin
- 3/4 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 3/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 3/4 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 3/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground Pepper
Optional Toppings:
- Crushed Tortilla Chips
- Grated Cheese
- Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt
- Fresh Cilantro
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the rinsed beans, the undrained tomatoes (juices included), the drained corn, and the water.
- Season the Soup: Stir in the chili powder, parsley, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to distribute the spices.
- Simmer and Serve: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes until the flavors have melded and the soup is hot. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Add Meat: For a heartier version, brown 1 lb of ground beef or turkey with an onion before adding the other ingredients in Step 1.
- Rinse Beans: Rinsing the beans removes excess sodium and starch, giving the soup a cleaner flavor.
- Keep the Juice: Do not drain the tomatoes! The juice adds essential acidity, flavor, and body to the broth.
- Freezer Friendly: This soup freezes beautifully. Let it cool completely, then store in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup, Main Course, Dinner
- Method: Simmering, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1 cup)
- Calories: 81 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
