Dump Soup or Taco Soup

Experience comfort food at its finest with this quick and easy Dump Soup, also known as Taco Soup—a hearty, one-pot wonder that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This recipe combines tender ground beef, savory taco and ranch seasoning, and pantry-friendly ingredients like black beans, kidney beans, corn, and diced tomatoes, all simmered in a flavorful beef broth. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a 30-minute total cooking time, it’s a stress-free meal that delivers bold Tex-Mex flavors in every bite. Garnish with melty shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of creamy sour cream, and a side of crunchy tortilla chips for the ultimate topping bar. Perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prep, this easy taco soup proves you can create a deliciously satisfying dinner with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 15-ounce can Canned black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 15-ounce can Canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 15-ounce can Canned corn, drained
• 2 14.5-ounce cans Canned diced tomatoes
• 1 8-ounce can Canned tomato sauce
• 1 packet Taco seasoning
• 1 packet Ranch seasoning mix
• 2 cups Beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)
• 1 cup Sour cream (optional, for topping)
• 1 bag Tortilla chips (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the pot. Cook it until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease if needed.

Step 4

Stir in the taco seasoning and ranch seasoning mix, ensuring the beef is well-coated with spices.

Step 5

Add the black beans, kidney beans, corn, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth to the pot. Stir everything together.

Step 6

Season with salt and pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Bring the soup to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 9

Serve hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and tortilla chips on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3804.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4753.0

Total Fat 256.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 97.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.4g
Cholesterol 577.6mg	0%
Sodium 15971.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 428.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 80.6g	0%
Total Sugars 57.4g
Protein 200.5g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1824.2mg	0%
Iron 31.1mg	0%
Potassium 7069.8mg	0%

*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: 47.9%

Protein: 16.6%

Carbs: 35.5%