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The Best Santa Fe Taco Soup Recipe for Cozy Evenings


  • Author: Marlene Quinn
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: High-Protein

Description

A comforting, flavorful Taco Soup that brings the vibrant tastes of the Southwest to your dinner table.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
  • 1 can black beans
  • 1 can kidney beans
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 4 cups vegetable or beef broth
  • Tortilla chips
  • Shredded cheese for garnish
  • Cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions and bell peppers, cooking until soft—about 5 minutes.
  2. Push the veggies aside, add the ground beef (or turkey) to the skillet, and cook until browned, seasoning with salt, pepper, and garlic.
  3. Stir in the chili powder and cumin to coat the meat and vegetables.
  4. Combine canned tomatoes, beans, and broth; bring to a gentle simmer and let bubble for about 20 minutes.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with shredded cheese, cilantro, and tortilla strips.

Notes

Customize the heat with jalapeños or cool it down with sour cream. Great with cornbread or rice!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: soup, taco, comfort food, Santa Fe, easy recipe