Description
Ground Beef Taco Soup with Black Beans is the ultimate comfort dish that perfectly captures the vibrant, soul-warming spirit of a home-cooked meal. Combining lean beef with earthy black beans and a blend of aromatic spices, this soup delivers a satisfying depth that feels both light and restorative. It is a heartfelt, small-batch creation perfect for a nourishing weeknight dinner, providing a clean protein source and fiber-rich ingredients in every spoonful of this deconstructed taco experience.
Ingredients
1 tsp Chili Powder
1 tsp Ground Cumin
1 tsp Smoked Paprika
1/2 tsp Mexican Oregano
1/2 tsp Salt
2 tsp Avocado or Olive Oil
1/2 cup Onion, chopped
8 oz Lean Ground Beef (93/7)
1 cup Cherry or Roma Tomatoes, chopped
2 tbsp Jalapeño, finely chopped
2 cloves Garlic, minced
1 cup Black Beans, cooked or canned
1/2 cup Fresh Corn
2 cups Vegetable or Beef Broth
Optional garnish: Cilantro, lime wedges, avocado
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, and salt.
Heat the oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Add the onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the ground beef to the pot, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon until browned.
Stir in the chopped tomatoes, jalapeño, and minced garlic; cook for another 2 minutes.
Add the prepared spice blend and stir to coat the beef and vegetables thoroughly.
Pour in the black beans, fresh corn, and broth.
Bring the soup to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low.
Cover and let cook for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, avocado, or a squeeze of lime if desired.
Notes
To adjust heat, keep or remove seeds from the jalapeño. For a thicker soup, mash a small portion of the black beans against the side of the pot during the final minutes of cooking. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 65mg