Description
Healthy High Protein Creamy Taco Soup: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe
Ingredients
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- 1 pound ground turkey or chicken
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 package taco seasoning (or homemade seasoning)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup shredded low-fat cheese (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the ground turkey or chicken and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Stir in the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the black beans and corn to the pot, stirring to combine all ingredients.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes and chicken broth. Stir well.
- Sprinkle in the taco seasoning, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Remove the pot from heat and stir in the Greek yogurt until well combined.
- If desired, sprinkle in the shredded cheese and let it melt into the soup.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg