Vegetarian Hearty Taco Soup

Warm up with a bowl of Vegetarian Hearty Taco Soup, a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables, hearty beans, and bold taco-inspired spices. This one-pot wonder combines sautéed onions, garlic, bell peppers, zucchini, and carrots with pantry staples like black beans, kidney beans, sweet corn, and diced tomatoes, all simmered in a flavorful vegetable broth infused with taco seasoning. A squeeze of fresh lime juice and a sprinkle of cilantro brighten each bite, making this soup both nourishing and irresistibly zesty. Ready in just 45 minutes and perfect for meal prep, this gluten-free, plant-based dish serves up six generous portions of comfort in a bowl. Garnish with your favorite toppings—like crushed tortilla chips, avocado, or vegan cheese—for a customizable twist on this crowd-pleasing recipe. Ideal for cozy weeknight dinners or satisfying leftovers, it’s a must-try for taco lovers!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium bell pepper, chopped
• 1 medium zucchini, chopped
• 1 medium carrot, chopped
• 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes
• 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 15-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 whole lime, juiced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until soft and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, and sauté for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chopped bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are slightly tender.

Step 5

Stir in the diced tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, corn, and vegetable broth.

Step 6

Add the taco seasoning, salt, and pepper, and stir to combine.

Step 7

Increase the heat to bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 25 minutes.

Step 8

Stir in the lime juice and chopped cilantro. Adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with more cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3019.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1753.9

Total Fat 44.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 8030.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 280.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 78.5g	0%
Total Sugars 54.3g
Protein 80.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 652.0mg	0%
Iron 24.6mg	0%
Potassium 6567.6mg	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: 21.8%

Protein: 17.4%

Carbs: 60.8%