Simple Taco Soup Recipe

Craving a quick and flavorful weeknight meal? This Simple Taco Soup recipe, inspired by Southern Living Magazine (January 2009), is a crowd-pleaser! This easy recipe features a hearty beef broth base, zesty tomatoes, and a blend of spices. Customize it with your favorite toppings – sour cream, cheese, and fresh cilantro are classic choices. It's also freezer-friendly (without the toppings!), making it perfect for meal prepping. Get ready for a taste of the South, with a little southwestern twist!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 225.8 kcal
Protein 31g
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Ingredients for Simple Taco Soup

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How to Make Simple Taco Soup

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound ground beef, 1 medium onion (chopped), and 2 cloves garlic (minced) and cook, breaking up the beef, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Stir in 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel or similar), 1 (4-ounce) can chopped green chilies, 1 cup beef broth, 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed), 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Add 1 Knorr cilantro bouillon cube (or 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro).
  4. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  6. Serve hot, topped with your favorite toppings such as sour cream, shredded cheese, and fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

34 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

11g

Carbs

9g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Simple Taco Soup?

Simple Taco Soup takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Simple Taco Soup?

Simple Taco Soup has approximately 225.8 calories per serving, with about 31 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Simple Taco Soup?

The key ingredients for Simple Taco Soup are Ground Beef, Onion, Garlic Cloves, Kidney Beans, Black Beans, Diced Tomatoes With Jalapenos. See the full list with measurements above.

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