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Easy One-Pot Taco Soup Recipe with All the Fixings for Dinner

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A comforting, quick, and flavorful one-pot taco soup that is perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe combines ground beef, beans, and spices with fresh toppings for a cozy and customizable meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 preferred)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (fire-roasted recommended)
  • 4 cups beef broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Toppings: shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese (1 cup), fresh avocado slices or guacamole, sour cream or Greek yogurt, chopped cilantro, diced jalapeños (optional), fresh lime wedges, crunchy tort…

Instructions

  1. Heat the pot over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Warm for about 2 minutes until shimmering.
  2. Add diced onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened and translucent, stirring occasionally. Add minced garlic and cook another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook for 7-8 minutes until fully browned with no pink spots, stirring often. Drain excess fat if needed.
  4. Sprinkle in taco seasoning, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat the meat evenly and cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.
  5. Pour in beef broth, diced tomatoes with juices, black beans, and kidney beans. Stir everything together.
  6. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or extra taco seasoning if desired. Add more broth or water if too thick.
  8. Ladle into bowls and top with shredded cheese, avocado, sour cream, cilantro, jalapeños, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Serve with crunchy tortilla chips.

Notes

Brown the beef well and toast the spices before adding broth for deeper flavor. Drain and rinse beans to reduce salt and starch. Adjust thickness by adding broth or simmering uncovered. Prep toppings while soup simmers to save time. For vegetarian version, omit beef and use vegetable broth with extra beans and vegetables. Slow cooker method available by browning beef and onions first, then cooking on low for 6-7 hours.

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Keywords: taco soup, one-pot meal, easy dinner, ground beef soup, Mexican soup, quick soup recipe, weeknight dinner

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