Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant flavors of the Southwest with this definitive guide to crafting the perfect Southwestern soup. Discover a symphony of tastes and textures as we explore an array of tantalizing recipes, each capturing the essence of this beloved regional cuisine. Let your taste buds dance to the rhythm of cumin, chili, and paprika, while the warmth of roasted tomatoes and corn adds a burst of sunshine to your bowl.
Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!
SOUTHWESTERN PORK AND SQUASH SOUP
I adapted a pork and squash stew recipe, using tomatoes and Southwestern-style seasonings. My husband and sons loved it, and the leftovers were even better the next day! Try it with fresh corn muffins. -Molly Newman, Portland, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h20m
Yield 6 servings (2-1/4 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet, brown pork and onion in oil; drain. Transfer to a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until meat is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 708mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
EASY SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN SOUP
A great tasting soup I threw together when I was doing Phase 1 on the South Beach® diet. Very filling and satisfying, and even better the next day!
Provided by VickiS
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Chicken Soup Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Stir chicken broth, black beans, diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, petite diced tomatoes, chicken, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper together in a large pot; bring to a simmer and cook until hot and flavors combine, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 17.2 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 955.8 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
SOUTHWESTERN SOUP
A Southwestern kick adds zip and zest to this tomato basil-based soup. With corn, salsa and beans, this recipe is guaranteed to spice up a cool fall night. Jean Ecos, Hartland, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 12 servings (4 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, combine the first nine ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. , Sprinkle individual servings with cheese. Serve with tortilla chips if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 1039mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the first 12 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour. Add corn; cook 10 minutes longer. Top with tortilla chips and cheese.
Nutrition Facts :
SOUTHWESTERN TURKEY SOUP
This spicy soup is loaded with turkey, beans, corn and tomatoes. We like it really hot, so we tend to use all three tablespoons of jalapenos...and then some. It's so good on a wintry Midwestern day. -Brenda Kruse, Ames, Iowa
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 50m
Yield 7 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Stir in the broth, jalapeno, cumin, chili powder, salt and cayenne. Add the turkey, beans, tomatoes and corn. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes to allow flavors to blend. Garnish with sour cream, chips, cheese and olives if desired. Freeze option: Place individual portions of cooled soup in freezer containers and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 680mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 23g protein.
SOUTHWESTERN BEAN SOUP
When a friend needs a night off from cooking, I throw together this one-pot meal. I deliver it with tortilla chips, shredded cheese and sour cream for garnish. The pepper sauce can be ranged to suit individual tastes, and the broth can be eliminated for a thicker batch. -Jackie Hacker, Seville, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, saute the onion in oil until tender. Stir in the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 481mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN SOUP
This slow cooker recipe brings people back for seconds. Chock-full of chicken, corn, tomatoes, peppers and chilies, the savory soup is sure to put a little zip in mealtime. -Harold Tartar, West Palm Beach, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 7h10m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute the chicken in oil until lightly browned. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker with a slotted spoon. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until chicken and vegetables are tender. Stir before serving.
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SKILLET SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN SOUP
This hearty soup is chockfull of chicken, corn, black beans and diced tomatoes seasoned with zippy southwestern flavor. Mexican cornbread makes a delicious accompaniment. -Terri Stevens, Ardmore, Oklahoma
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings (1 quart).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken and onion; cook and stir 5-6 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. , Stir in corn, beans, broth, tomatoes and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to blend. Top servings with yogurt and cilantro if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 1106mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
SLOW COOKER SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN SOUP
Here's the perfect recipe for a busy week, because the slow cooker does most of the work for you! -Harold Tartar, West Palm Beach, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 7h10m
Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute chicken in oil until lightly browned. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the remaining ingredients., Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until chicken and vegetables are tender. Stir before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 364mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SOUTHWESTERN BEAN SOUP WITH CORNMEAL DUMPLINGS
I altered this recipe from my Fix - It and Forget - It cookbook. Yummy bean soup with a southwestern twist that is made in your slow cooker. The cornmeal dumplings is a wonderful addition to this soup.
Provided by Crafty Lady 13
Categories Beans
Time 10h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Combine 11 soup ingredients in slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low 10 - 12 hours or high 4 - 5 hours.
- Make cumplings by mixing together flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt and pepper.
- Combine egg white, milk and oil. Add to flour mixture. Stir with fork until just combined.
- At the end of the soup's cooking time, turn slow cooker to high. Drop dumplings by rounded teaspoonfuls to make 8 mounsd atop the soup.
- Cover and cook for 30 minutes (do not lift cover).
- Serve topped with your choice(s) of sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese and crushed tortilla chips.
SOUTHWESTERN SOUP
Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 3h20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In the bottom of a slow cooker, combine pork, onion, bell pepper, jalapeno, garlic, chili powder, cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper. Stir to combine. Add broth, tomatoes and beans, cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours or HIGH for 3 to 4 hours.
- When ready to serve, ladle soup into bowls and top with avocado and cilantro. Garnish soup with lime wedges.
- Serve with cornbread, if desired.
COLD SOUTHWESTERN CORN AND SHRIMP SOUP
Using frozen corn and shrimp saves a lot of time in this no-cook soup.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a blender, working in two batches, puree corn, yogurt, milk, lime juice, coriander, and cayenne. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl, pressing to extract as much liquid as possible; discard solids. Stir in chopped shrimp, and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve garnished with tomatoes, avocado, and reserved whole shrimp.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 524 g, Fat 13 g, Fiber 10 g, Protein 39 g
SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN BARLEY SOUP
Kell Ferell of Alamo, North Dakota drives 80 miles round-trip every day for her job, so she needs quick, healthy dishes to fix for her family. "This is a huge favorite," she pens. "If I don't have leftover chicken, I simply boil or poach some chicken breasts. I use the cooking liquid to replace part of the water in the recipe to add even more flavor."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h15m
Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender. Add the water, corn, beans, tomato sauce, tomatoes, broth, barley, chilies, chili powder and cumin. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer after 45 minutes., Stir in chicken; cook, uncovered, 15 minutes longer or until chicken is heated through and barley is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 582mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 15g protein.
SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN AND BEAN SOUP (CROCK POT)
This soup has a good chili flavor and is simple to pull together even when the refrigerator is looking pretty bare. I do substitute fresh ingredients when I have them and the time to prepare them, but I list canned ones here for convenience (and they do taste pretty good anyhow!). I leave the seeds in my chili pepper, but take them out if you want a milder taste, and adjust the seasonings accordingly as well. This soup is very flexible - it's a good way to use up leftover chicken, beans and corn, and I believe you could use ground beef or turkey or TVP in this just as easily as chicken breast. I found a 6 can soup recipe on the web, but I altered it so much that it became something new, and this is the result.
Provided by Vino Girl
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 6h20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Drain and rinse the beans and place in a 6 quart crock pot.
- Add the chicken, corn, and tomatoes with their juices to the beans.
- Add the remainder of the ingredients and stir.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or more.
- We like this better the second day, and really don't think it can be overcooked!
- Serve the soup in large bowls and top with cheese, sour cream, and/or chips, if desired.
SOUTHWESTERN SOUP
Make and share this Southwestern Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Little Suzy Homemak
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Brown ground beef, onion, and garlic in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, stirring often, 10-12 minutes or until meat crumbles and is no longer pink and onion is softened, drain.
- Stir in kidney beans, next 8 ingredients, and 4 cups water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cover, reduce heat to low and simmer 30 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Stir in cilantro just before serving. Serve with sour cream and cilantro.
SOUTHWESTERN STYLE FIFTEEN BEAN SOUP
Tasty fifteen bean soup with a southwestern flair! I cook it in a slow cooker beginning the night before, and it is a hot meal when we get home from work the next day.
Provided by terrielyn
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Beans and Peas
Time 16h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Rinse and sort the beans in the mix. Place them in a slow cooker on low setting with the water. Cook overnight. The next morning, add the ham, chile peppers, chili powder, crushed red pepper, onion and garlic and continue to cook on low for 8 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.3 calories, Carbohydrate 20.4 g, Cholesterol 38.6 mg, Fat 26.4 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 878.4 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
SOUTHWESTERN PINTO BEAN SOUP (PC)
A tasty, light bean soup. Inspired by Lorna Sass' recipe in "Great Vegetarian Cooking Under Pressure". I've eliminated oil and increased the zip. I love that it can be on the table in well under 30 minutes.
Provided by Blue Karma
Categories Beans
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Place 1 cup of vegetable broth in 4 quart (or larger pressure cooker). Bring to a full simmer.
- Add garlic to broth, simmer 1 minute.
- Add chopped onions and diced red bell pepper to garlic broth mix. Simmer 2 minutes.
- Drain and rinse pinto beans from overnight soak. Add to the mixture in the pressure cooker.
- Add oregano, cumin, chipotle peppers, corn and water to the pressure cooker.
- Bring to a full boil. Seal cooker with lid and bring to high pressure.
- Cook beans at high pressure for 10 minutes. Allow pressure to come down naturally (or you may use speed release if your pressure cooker supports this).
- Put tomato paste in blender. Add 1 cup of the bean mixture to the blender and puree.
- Return the pureed mixture to the cooker and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with diced tomatoes, cilantro and avocado and green onions.
SOUTHWESTERN REFRIED BEAN SOUP
My daughter gave me this hearty soup recipe, and I'm glad she did - it's become a family favorite. You can't beat it on a cold winter day!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels; drain, reserving drippings. Crumble bacon and set aside. In the drippings, saute the onion, celery and garlic powder until vegetables are tender., Add the beans, picante sauce, broth, parsley and bacon; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until flavors are blended. Season to taste with pepper sauce if desired. Ladle into bowls and top with cheese. Serve with tortilla chips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 1012mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
SOUTHWESTERN BEAN SOUP (CROCK POT)
Make and share this Southwestern Bean Soup (Crock Pot) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Dreamer in Ontario
Categories Corn
Time 10h25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Combine broth, beans, undrained tomatoes, corn, carrot, onion, chili peppers, chili powder, and garlic in a crock pot (3 1/2 to 4 qt size is best).
- Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 10 to 12 hours or on high-heat setting for 5 to 6 hours.
- Dumplings:.
- Stir together flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and pepper in a medium sized bowl.
- Mix together egg white, milk, and oil in a small bowl.
- Add to flour mixture and stir with a fork just until combined.
- Divide dumpling mixture into 6 mounds and drop on top of the bubbling soup.
- Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 30 minutes more or on high-heat setting for 20 minutes more (don''t give in to temptation to lift lid) or until a wooden toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
- Serve in bowls with 1 dumpling for each serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.3, Fat 4.7, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 0.7, Sodium 772.1, Carbohydrate 58.6, Fiber 12.8, Sugar 3.6, Protein 18
SOUTHWESTERN BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP
A friend gave me the recipe for this chunky vegetable soup, which I've been making for years. Recently, I changed the ingredients to give it some southwestern flair--and my husband liked it even better. -Peggy Hendrix of Richardson, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 9 servings (about 2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the water, bouillon cubes, vegetables, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until the vegetables are tender., Combine the flour and milk until smooth; gradually stir into the soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat to low. Add the cheese; cook and stir until cheese is melted. Add the salsa; cook and stir until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 856mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe ingredients: This will ensure that your soup is flavorful and packed with nutrients.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors: Southwestern cuisine is known for its bold and flavorful dishes, so don't be afraid to add a little spice or heat to your soup. Common spices used in Southwestern cooking include chili powder, cumin, oregano, and cilantro.
- Use a variety of textures: A good Southwestern soup will have a variety of textures, from soft and creamy to crunchy and hearty. Add some chopped vegetables, beans, or corn to your soup for a variety of textures.
- Top your soup with your favorite toppings: This could include cheese, sour cream, avocado, salsa, or tortillas. Toppings can add extra flavor, texture, and color to your soup.
Conclusion:
Southwestern soup is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its bold flavors and variety of textures, Southwestern soup is a perfect meal for a cold winter day or a warm summer night. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy meal or a hearty and satisfying soup, you're sure to find a Southwestern soup recipe that you'll love. So get creative in the kitchen and start experimenting with different flavors and ingredients. You might just create the next great Southwestern soup recipe!
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