Taco Soup
This Taco Soup provides 15g protein and 246 calories per serving — a lighter option that works as a side or light lunch. Preps 6 servings quickly on the stovetop, fitting easily into a busy week. Use it to round out your macro targets without adding significant volume to your meal prep container.
Ingredients
- •80/20 Ground Beef(454g)
- •Yellow Onion
- •Green Chiles, Canned, Diced
- •Low Sodium Chicken Broth(480g)
- •Canned Diced Tomatoes
- •Taco Seasoning, Packet (E.G. Old El Paso)(30g)
Taco seasoning packet — Old El Paso or McCormick. Low sodium if available.
- •Beans, Black, Canned, Drained
- •Corn, Sweet, Frozen(240g)
- •Bell Pepper
- •Bell Pepper
- •Cheddar Cheese
- •Sour Cream
Regular or fat-free both work. Fat-free is thinner but saves ~40 cal/serving.
- •Cilantro, Fresh
- •Green Onion (Scallion)
- •Avocado
Instructions
- 1Place the beef and onion in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until the meat is browned, about 8 minutes.
Nutrition — Per Serving
246
calories
15g
protein
16g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 11g
- Saturated fat
- 5.8g
- Sodium
- 453 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.2g
6 servings per batch · ~201g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Taco Soup have per serving?
Each serving contains 15g of protein and 246 calories, making it a lighter option for days when you're hitting protein targets through other meals. The macro split is 16g fat and 11g carbs per serving.
How long does Taco Soup take to make?
This is a quick prep recipe that comes together on the stovetop, and yields 6 servings in one batch for efficient meal prep. You can have it ready and portioned within a single prep session.
Is Taco Soup good for fat loss?
At 246 calories per serving with only 11g carbs, this recipe fits well into a fat loss phase when you need lower-calorie options. The 15g protein per serving contributes to satiety despite the minimal calorie load.
