Best 6 Flavorful Taco Soup Recipes

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Immerse yourself in a culinary adventure and discover the secrets of crafting the most delectable taco soup that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Embark on a journey through a symphony of flavors, where every ingredient harmonizes to create a symphony of taste. From the savory embrace of ground beef and the vibrant kick of chili spices to the freshness of crisp vegetables and the comforting warmth of broth, this flavorful taco soup promises an unforgettable culinary experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TACO SOUP RECIPE



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This easy taco soup recipe is so hearty, filling and just the perfect comfort food. And the deliciously spiced, beefy flavor will have everyone craving more! Makes about 10 1/2 cups.

Provided by Jaclyn

Categories     Soup

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tsp olive oil
1 1/4 lbs lean ground beef
1 medium yellow onion chopped ((1 1/2 cups))
2 cloves garlic, (minced (2 tsp))
1 jalapeno, (seeded and finely chopped (optional)*)
2 (14.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes with green chiles
1 (14 oz) can low-sodium beef broth
1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
1 Tbsp chili powder**
1 tsp ground cumin
3/4 tsp ground paprika
1/4 tsp dried oregano
1 1/2 Tbsp dry ranch dressing mix, or 1/3 cup chopped cilantro and 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice ((see notes***))
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups frozen corn
1 (14.5 oz) can black beans, (drained and rinsed)
1 (14.5 oz) can can pinto beans, (drained and rinsed)
Shredded Mexican blend cheese, (chopped green or red onions, diced avocados and corn tortilla strips/chips)

Steps:

  • Heat a largr pot over medium-high heat drizzle lightly with oil.
  • Add ground beef in a large along with chopped onion, crumbling and stirring occasionally until browned. Add jalapeno and garlic and saute 1 minute longer.
  • Drain excess fat from beef mixture.
  • Stir in tomatoes with chiles, beef broth, tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, ranch dressing mix and season with salt and pepper to tastes. Cover pot with lid and simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add in corn, black beans and pinto beans and cook until heated through. Add 1/2 cup water to thin soup if desired. Stir in cilantro and lime if using.
  • Serve warm finished with desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387 kcal, Carbohydrate 49 g, Protein 31 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 53 mg, Sodium 804 mg, Fiber 14 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ORIGINAL TACO SOUP RECIPE



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Get the fiesta started with this original taco soup recipe! It's loaded with south-of-the-border flavor thanks to McCormick® Original Taco Seasoning Mix - and ground beef in every bite. Serve our original taco soup with your family's favorite toppings like avocado, shredded Cheddar and sour cream.

Provided by McCormick

Categories     Soups, Stews, and Chili,

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound lean ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion (1/2-inch pieces)
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper (1/2-inch pieces)
2 packages taco seasoning mix
2 cups beef stock
2 cups water
1 can (15 oz) black beans drained and rinsed
1 can (14 1/2 oz) petite diced tomatoes undrained
1 cup corn fresh or frozen
1 cup crushed tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Brown beef in large saucepan or Dutch oven on medium-high heat. Drain fat. Add onion and bell pepper; cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until tender-crisp.
  • Stir in Seasoning Mix, stock, water, beans, tomatoes and corn. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer 15 minutes.
  • Ladle into soup bowls. Sprinkle with tortilla chips. Serve with desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235 Calories

FLAVORFUL TACO SOUP



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You'll get a kick out of this hearty, Southwest-inspired soup from Sandi Lee of Houston, Texas. Feel free to dunk your tortilla chips right into it!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with mild green chilies, undrained
1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1-1/2 cups water
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
4-1/2 teaspoons ranch salad dressing mix
TOPPINGS:
1/2 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese
2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro
Tortilla chips

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the beans, tomatoes, corn, water, taco seasoning and salad dressing mix. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend. , Spoon into bowls; top with avocado, cheese and cilantro. Serve with chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 1751mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

CREAMY TACO SOUP



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This is a quick and delicious creamy taco soup that is also very flexible. You can make it as spicy or as mild as you like. We like it served over corn tortilla chips, and topped with some shredded cheese and a dollop of sour cream. It's also low carb.

Provided by SandyR

Categories     Taco Soup

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds ground beef
1 cup diced onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened and cut into pieces
4 cups beef broth
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (7 ounce) can chopped mild green chiles
½ cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef, onion, and garlic in the hot pot until beef is browned and crumbly and onion is translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease if necessary.
  • Stir in cumin and chili powder and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Drop cream cheese pieces into the pot; mix well and cook until melted and no white chunks remain. Stir in beef broth, undrained diced tomatoes, green chiles, cream, and salt. Reduce heat to medium and cook until heated through, about 30 minutes, or longer if desired; do not allow to boil or curdling/separation may occur.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Cholesterol 120.8 mg, Fat 33.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 24.1 g, SaturatedFat 16.7 g, Sodium 1298.4 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

TACO SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY



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This quick and easy taco soup is made entirely in one pot and in less than 30 minutes. Topped with cheese, avocado, and all the fixin's, this simple soup makes the perfect weeknight dinner that'll please just about everyone.

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb lean ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
15 oz canned kidney bean, 1 can
15 oz canned black bean, 1 can
15 oz canned corn kernels, 1 can
15 oz canned diced tomato, 1 can
8 oz tomato sauce, 1 can
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
1 shredded cheddar cheese, to serve
1 sour cream, to serve
1 pico de gallo, to serve
1 avocado, sliced, to serve
1 tortilla chip, to serve
1 lime wedge, to serve
1 chopped cilantro, to serve

Steps:

  • Add the ground beef and onion to a large pot and stir until the beef is cooked through.
  • Drain excess liquid.
  • Add the kidney beans, black beans, corn, tomatoes, tomato sauce, and taco seasoning to the pot, and stir until combined.
  • Cook over medium heat for 10 minutes.
  • Serve with cheddar cheese, sour cream, pico de gallo, avocado, corn chips, lime wedges, and cilantro.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 744 calories, Carbohydrate 60 grams, Fat 38 grams, Fiber 16 grams, Protein 44 grams, Sugar 12 grams

TASHA'S TACO SOUP



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A very rich soup to serve on a very cold night! I love this recipe passed to me by my good friend Tasha! I make this one when I have a lot of people to feed. You can let people fix it how they want to, chips or no chips. I like to add sour cream sometimes on top.

Provided by 5gratefulhearts

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Taco Soup Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound ground beef
2 (16 ounce) cans ranch style chili beans
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (such as RO*TEL®)
½ (1 pound) loaf processed cheese food (such as Velveeta®), cubed
1 pint half-and-half cream
1 pint heavy cream
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix

Steps:

  • Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and stir in the ground beef. Cook and stir until the beef is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink. Drain and discard any excess grease.
  • Add the ranch beans, pinto beans, corn, tomatoes with green chiles, processed cheese food, half-and-half cream, heavy cream, taco seasoning, and ranch dressing mix. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue to simmer until cheese food is melted, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 549.2 calories, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 132.2 mg, Fat 36.5 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 21.3 g, SaturatedFat 20.6 g, Sodium 1417.6 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of beans and lentils in your soup for a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices and seasonings to create a unique flavor profile.
  • If you want a thicker soup, add a can of corn or diced tomatoes.
  • Serve your soup with a variety of toppings, such as sour cream, shredded cheese, diced avocado, or tortilla chips.
  • Taco soup is a great make-ahead meal. Simply prepare the soup ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Conclusion:

Taco soup is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. With its simple ingredients and endless variations, it's a soup that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty meal, give taco soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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