Ingredients
- 1. Lean ground beef
- 2. Diced tomatoes (fire-roasted recommended)
- 3. Black beans (rinsed)
- 4. Corn (canned, frozen, or fresh)
- 5. Yellow onion (chopped)
- 6. Fresh garlic (minced)
- 7. Taco seasoning
- 8. Beef broth
- 9. Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, cilantro, tortilla chips
Instructions
- 1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
- 2. Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3. Stir in the taco seasoning and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
- 4. Add the diced tomatoes (with their juices), black beans (rinsed), corn, and beef broth to the pot.
- 5. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the flavors have melded together.
- 6. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, cilantro, and tortilla chips.
Notes
Use high-quality taco seasoning., Don’t overcook the beef., Adjust the spice level to your liking with cayenne pepper or jalapeño., Add a squeeze of lime juice for brightness., Simmer for at least 15 minutes to meld flavors., Get creative with toppings., Make it vegetarian by omitting ground beef and adding extra beans and veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 25g