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Taco-Inspired Soup

This soup combines savory spices, beans, and proteins in a simmered broth, creating a hearty and flavorful dish. It features ingredients like cumin, lime, cilantro, and cheese, resulting in a warm, chili-like texture with bursts of freshness and creaminess at the end.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cooked chicken shredded (optional)
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 0.5 cup chopped cilantro for garnish
  • 0.5 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until it becomes translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and ground cumin to the pot, stirring constantly for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  3. Pour in the diced tomatoes along with their juices, stirring to combine with the spices and onion mixture. Let it simmer for 5 minutes to develop the flavors.
  4. Add the drained black beans and cooked shredded chicken (if using) into the pot. Stir everything together so the ingredients are evenly distributed.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth, increasing the heat to bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Once bubbling, lower the heat and let it simmer uncovered for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
  6. Stir in the lime juice and taste the soup, adjusting seasoning if needed. Remove from heat for a moment and sprinkle shredded cheese and chopped cilantro on top.
  7. Serve the soup hot, garnished with extra cilantro or cheese if desired, and enjoy its warm, spicy, and cheesy flavors.

Notes

You can customize this soup by adding corn, jalapeños, or sour cream for extra flavor. Using cooked leftovers makes it come together even faster.