Description
This Taco Soup Frios Recipe is a bold and refreshing twist on classic taco flavors, perfect for quick and hearty meals. Packed with black beans, corn, tomatoes, and seasoned ground beef, this creamy soup is easy to make and loved by all. Serve it with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, and avocado for a meal that’s as satisfying as it is delicious.
Ingredients
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Core Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 oz)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 4 cups low-sodium beef or chicken broth
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional for creaminess)
Optional Toppings
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Diced avocado
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
- Tortilla chips
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients:
- Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Rinse and drain the black beans and corn.
- Cook the Ground Beef:
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Remove excess grease if necessary.
- Sauté the Vegetables:
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot with the cooked beef. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and the onion becomes translucent.
- Add Core Ingredients:
- Stir in the taco seasoning, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and broth. Mix well to combine.
- Simmer the Soup:
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Add Creaminess (Optional):
- If desired, stir in the sour cream or Greek yogurt during the last 5 minutes of cooking for a creamy texture.
- Serve and Garnish:
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with shredded cheese, diced avocado, cilantro, lime wedges, and tortilla chips. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, replace the ground beef with extra beans or lentils.
- Use low-sodium broth to control the salt content.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more taco seasoning or diced jalapeños.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
Keywords: Taco Soup Frios Recipe, quick taco soup, creamy taco soup, taco soup with black beans