Taco Soup the Easiest

Warm, hearty, and bursting with Tex-Mex flavors, "Taco Soup the Easiest" delivers comfort in every spoonful—all with minimal effort! This one-pot wonder combines tender ground beef, zesty taco seasoning, and creamy ranch dressing mix for a bold and savory base, while a medley of black beans, pinto beans, sweet corn, and diced tomatoes brings vibrant texture and nutrition. Ready in just 40 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve it with a sprinkle of shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and crunchy tortilla chips for the ultimate crowd-pleasing meal. SEO keywords: easy taco soup recipe, one-pot taco soup, 30-minute dinner, Tex-Mex soup with ground beef.

Nutriscore Rating: 88/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 14.5 oz (1 can) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 15 oz (1 can) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 oz (1 can) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 oz (1 can) corn, drained
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1 packet ranch dressing mix
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp pepper
• 0 optional shredded cheese (for serving)
• 0 optional sour cream (for serving)
• 0 optional tortilla chips (for serving)
• 0 optional chopped cilantro (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Drain excess fat if needed.

Step 5

Stir in the taco seasoning and ranch dressing mix until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Add the diced tomatoes (with their liquid), black beans, pinto beans, corn, beef broth, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, crushed tortilla chips, and chopped cilantro, if desired.

Step 10

Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	26503.3 grams (26503.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	19186

Total Fat 251.00g	322%
Saturated Fat 67.00g	335%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.40g
Cholesterol 371mg	124%
Sodium 26998mg	1174%
Total Carbohydrate 3523.70g	1281%
Dietary Fiber 921.40g	3291%
Total Sugars 406.30g
Protein 1034.20g	2068%

Vitamin D 6IU	30%
Calcium 5750mg	442%
Iron 268mg	1488%
Potassium 61750mg	1314%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 11.0%

Protein: 20.2%

Carbs: 68.8%