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A vibrant close-up of a hearty bowl of easy taco soup recipe, garnished with sour cream and fresh cilantro.

Easy Taco Soup Recipe

This easy taco soup recipe delivers all your favorite taco flavors in a hearty, comforting bowl. Made with ground beef, beans, corn, and zesty seasonings, it’s a quick and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 396
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 2 cans diced tomatoes with green chiles 10 oz each
  • 1 can pinto beans 15 oz, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can black beans 15 oz, drained and rinsed
  • 1 packet taco seasoning 1 oz
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning 1 oz
  • 3 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 cups water or substitute with chicken broth for more flavor

Equipment

  • Large soup pot or Dutch oven
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp Knife
  • can opener
  • measuring spoons and cups

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Add diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent.
  3. Stir in the pinto beans, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes with green chiles (including their juices). Mix well.
  4. Add tomato paste, taco seasoning, ranch seasoning, and water (or broth). Stir thoroughly to combine.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Ladle the hot taco soup into bowls and garnish with cheese, sour cream, tortilla chips, or fresh cilantro. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Customize your taco soup with toppings like shredded cheese, diced avocado, or lime juice. Use ground turkey or plant-based meat for a lighter version. Replace water with chicken or beef broth for deeper flavor. Leftovers taste even better the next day!