Description
This irresistibly creamy high-protein taco soup is perfect for cozy dinners, featuring lean ground turkey, black beans, corn, and a flavorful blend of taco seasoning. Finished with creamy Greek yogurt and fresh lime juice, this hearty soup is nutritious, satisfying, and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
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For the Soup
- 1 lb Lean Ground Turkey (can substitute with ground chicken or beef)
- 1 medium Yellow Onion, diced (or shallots/leeks)
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced (or garlic powder)
- 1 15 oz can Black Beans (or kidney/pinto beans), drained and rinsed
- 1 14.5 oz can Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies (or plain diced tomatoes)
- 1 cup Corn Kernels (fresh or canned, drained)
- 4 cups Low Sodium Chicken Broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian version)
- 1 cup Nonfat Plain Greek Yogurt (or low-fat sour cream)
- 2 tbsp Taco Seasoning (homemade mix with cumin, chili powder, paprika)
- Salt and Black Pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp Lime Juice (or lemon juice)
For Garnishing
- 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the turkey: In a large pot over medium heat, cook the lean ground turkey for 5–7 minutes until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
- Sauté the aromatics: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot; cook for 3–4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
- Bloom the spices: Stir in the taco seasoning and cook for 1–2 minutes to release the flavors.
- Incorporate remaining ingredients: Add black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, and chicken broth to the pot. Stir well and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Simmer the soup: Allow the soup to simmer gently for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld together.
- Add creaminess: Remove the pot from heat and gently stir in the Greek yogurt until the soup is creamy and well combined.
- Season and finish: Adjust seasoning with salt, black pepper, and lime juice to taste.
- Garnish and serve: Ladle soup into bowls, garnish with chopped cilantro if desired, and serve hot for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Great for meal prep; stores in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and freezes well for up to 3 months.
- Adjust the spice levels by modifying the amount of taco seasoning or by adding chili flakes.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute turkey with plant-based protein and use vegetable broth.
- If Greek yogurt is not available, use low-fat sour cream as an alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Keywords: taco soup, high protein soup, ground turkey soup, creamy taco soup, healthy dinner soup, low fat soup, Mexican soup
