One Pot Easy Stovetop Vegetarian Taco Soup Recipe (2024)

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Stay warm with this stovetop Vegetarian Taco Soup Recipe that is an easy one pot recipe. It’s also healthy, gluten-free and has a vegan option.One Pot Easy Stovetop Vegetarian Taco Soup Recipe (1)

We’re only a week into November and I’ve already started to feel the holiday rush.

You know that feeling that your ‘To Do’ list is growing at an alarming rate and then you realize you haven’t booked flights for your trip home yet? And you still need to get a flu shot? And now thanks to daylight savings it’s suddenly dark at 5pm?

These (literally) dark times call for easy comfort food, like this vegetarian taco soup. This soup is also as easy as can be, with only one pot needed. That means easy clean up and less hassle.

Read on for the vegetarian taco soup recipe!

In addition to being vegetarian and packed with healthy protein, it’s also easy to make it totally vegan by omitting the sour cream and shredded cheese topping.One Pot Easy Stovetop Vegetarian Taco Soup Recipe (2)

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Why this Vegetarian Taco Soup is the Best

  • It’s an easy one pot recipe.
  • Healthy protein from beans makes this soup so filling you won’t miss the meat.
  • This is a fun spin on chili that will keep you warm all winter long.
  • For an optional vegan version just omit the cheese and sour cream.

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Stay warm with this stovetop Vegetarian Taco Soup Recipe that is an easy one pot recipe. It’s also healthy, gluten free and has a vegan option.

  • Author: Kelly Egan - A Side of Sweet
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Soups
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Taco Soup Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1packet store bought or homemade taco seasoning mix (optional recipe below)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoons fresh cracked pepper
  • 1(7 ounce) can diced green chiles, with juice
  • 4cups vegetable broth
  • 2 (14 ounce) cans black beans,drained & rinsed
  • 1(14 ounce) can garbanzo beans,drained & rinsed
  • 1(14 ounce) can kidney beans,drained & rinsed
  • 1(14 ounce) can diced tomatoes,with juice
  • 2 cups frozen corn
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tomato, chopped

Garnishes

  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 avocado,peeled and chopped
  • 1 small red onion,thinly sliced, for serving
  • 1 jalapeño,sliced, for serving
  • Chopped cilantro, for serving
  • Hot sauce, for serving

Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe (optional)

  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 1 ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt

Instructions

Make the Taco Soup

  1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium Heat. Sauté onion until soft and translucent.
  2. Add the taco seasoning, minced garlic, salt and pepper and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  3. Add the green chiles and broth. Heat until simmering. Stir in the beans and diced tomatoes.
  4. Simmer on low heat uncovered for 30 minutes. Stir in the corn and heat thoroughly.
  5. Stir in the lime juice. Salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Finish with chopped fresh tomatoes, cheddar cheese, sour cream, cilantro, red onion, and sliced jalapeño.

Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe

  1. Combine all spices in a small bowl.

Keywords: Taco Soup, Vegetarian Soup, Healthy Soup Recipe, One Pot Soup

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  1. One Pot Easy Stovetop Vegetarian Taco Soup Recipe (13)Paula says

    This was delicious! I threw it all in my crockpot and used homemade taco seasoning (why anyone would buy the packets is beyond me). This is definitely something to make again. Thank you for a yummy recipe!

    Reply

    • One Pot Easy Stovetop Vegetarian Taco Soup Recipe (14)Kelly Egan - A Side of Sweet says

      Yay! I’m so glad you loved it! We make our own too – it’s so easy!

      Reply

  2. One Pot Easy Stovetop Vegetarian Taco Soup Recipe (15)Jackie says

    Made this for lunch today, with my own taco seasoning, it’s not an ingredient freely available in the UK, and it was delicious. Full of flavour and so handy to throw everything in the slow cooker (crocpot) for an overnight cook. Have already made a stock for the freezer

    Reply

  3. One Pot Easy Stovetop Vegetarian Taco Soup Recipe (16)Tricia M says

    Great recipe. Can you make a post and show me how to make homemade taco seasoning?

    Reply

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FAQs

How do I thicken up my taco soup? ›

The best item to thicken a soup is some sort of starch, whether from flour, cornstarch, arrowroot, or even a lot of potatoes. If it is a powder, mix it with cold water and stir to make a smooth, lump-free paste, and stir constantly as you add it to the soup. A little goes a long way!

How to thicken taco soup without cornstarch? ›

Beans are not only a great addition to taco soup for their taste but also for their thickening properties. Mash a portion of the beans with a fork or potato masher and then add them back to the soup. The mashed beans will act as a natural thickening agent, making your taco soup heartier and more substantial.

How to make taco soup less spicy? ›

7 Ways to Make My Soup Less Spicy or Salty
  1. Something sweet (sugar, honey, etc.)
  2. More liquid (water or broth)
  3. Something starchy (like potatoes, rice, or pasta)
  4. Something acidic (tomatoes, wine, citrus, etc.)
  5. Dairy (yogurt, sour cream, milk, cheese)
  6. Coconut milk (the creamier, the better, since fats absorb spiciness)
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How to make soup more spicy? ›

How To Make Soup Spicy
  1. Choose the Right Spices. Spices are the key to adding heat and depth to your soup. ...
  2. Sauté with Spice. Take your soup to the next level by sautéing the spices before adding them to the pot. ...
  3. Add Fresh Chilies. ...
  4. Incorporate Hot Sauce or Sriracha. ...
  5. Balance with Creaminess. ...
  6. Garnish with Heat.
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What ingredient makes soup thicker? ›

Add Flour Or Cornstarch

You can thicken soup by adding flour, cornstarch, or another starchy substitute.

Is it better to thicken soup with flour or cornstarch? ›

It's important to note that cornstarch has twice the thickening power of flour. If you need to substitute cornstarch to thicken liquid in a recipe that calls for ¼ cup (four tablespoons) flour, you only need two tablespoons cornstarch.

Does adding water to spicy soup make it less spicy? ›

If you're hesitant to add fat, you can also dilute the heat of a curry or stew by adding more water.

Does sugar make soup less spicy? ›

Sweet Defeats Heat

Adding something sweet to a too-spicy dish is another great way to reduce spiciness. A sprinkle of sugar or honey should do the trick.

How do you keep soup from getting too spicy? ›

Add more broth to help dilute the spices.

Use the same broth or stock so you don't affect the other flavors in your soup. Stir in about 12–1 cup (120–240 ml) of the broth at a time before tasting the soup again. If it still tastes too spicy, keep adding more broth until you're satisfied with the flavor.

What spice adds flavor to soup? ›

"Use fresh or dried basil in tomato-based recipes or fresh parsley to add freshness to clear broth soups," says Sofia Norton, RD. You can also go with more heat and spices. "Ground paprika, turmeric, nutmeg, ground ginger, and other powdered spices add a touch of color and spiciness to broths," she says.

How do you add depth of Flavour to soup? ›

Got a soup that tastes a little bland and unexciting? Add a splash of vinegar (any kind!), or a squeeze of citrus. Chances are, you could use a little more salt.

How do you deepen soup flavor? ›

Vinegar – A spoonful of vinegar is a quick fix when you find yourself with a bowl of dull, flat-tasting soup. Just a small amount of acid will brighten up the flavors. 2. Soy Sauce – Soy sauce is another item that's ideal for brightening up and adding depth of flavor to an otherwise dull soup.

How to thicken soup after it's cooked? ›

6 ways to thicken soup:
  1. Blend all or part of it. If you've made a broth with chunks of vegetable in it, such as minestrone soup, then pour the soup through a sieve. ...
  2. Add cream or yogurt. ...
  3. Add flour or cornflour. ...
  4. Use a butter and flour paste. ...
  5. Blend in bread. ...
  6. Add lentils or rice. ...
  7. 5 of the best soup recipes to try next:

What can I use to thicken my tortilla soup? ›

Incorporate Cornstarch

Cornstarch is another popular thickening agent that can be easily added to your chicken tortilla soup. Mix cornstarch with a small amount of water to create a slurry.

How to thicken up taco sauce? ›

Stir equal parts cornstarch and water or another liquid together until smooth; typically about 1 tablespoon cornstarch is recommended for 1 cup of liquid, but this can vary based on how thick your sauce is to begin with and what your desired texture is. Step 2: Stir and cook.

How can I thicken my beef soup? ›

You have lots of options;
  1. Use a spoon to mash some of the potatoes (gold works best). You can also buy potato starch from many grocery stores. ...
  2. Add leftover mashed potatoes.
  3. Add flour directly to the stew. ...
  4. Add gelatin.
  5. Add beef gravy granules. ...
  6. Keep a neutral thickener in your pantry.
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