Weight Watchers Slow Cooker Taco Soup Recipe
This Weight Watchers Slow Cooker Taco Soup is a hearty and flavorful dish made with lean ground beef or turkey, a blend of savory spices, and a medley of vegetables and beans. Perfect for a comforting meal, it can be prepared in a slow cooker or an Instant Pot for convenience and ease, making it ideal for weight-conscious eaters looking for a nutritious, delicious soup that’s easy to make.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (slow cooker) or 20 minutes (Instant Pot pressure cook) plus sauté time
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes (slow cooker) or 40 minutes (Instant Pot including sauté and pressure release)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef (96/4) or lean ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 (1 oz) packet low sodium ranch dressing mix (such as Mrs. Dash)
- 1 (1 oz) packet low sodium taco seasoning (such as Mrs. Dash)
- 1 (32 oz) box low sodium chicken broth (Swanson brand recommended)
- 1 (14.5 oz) can tomato sauce (low sodium)
- 2 (14.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes with chiles
- 1 (14.5 oz) can black beans, drained (low sodium)
- 1 can corn, drained (low sodium)
Toppings (optional)
- Tortilla chips
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Sour cream
Instructions
- Cook the beef and onions: In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook the diced onions and lean ground beef or turkey until the meat is fully browned and onions are soft. Drain any excess fat to keep it lean and healthy.
- Combine ingredients in slow cooker: Add the cooked ground beef and onions mixture to the slow cooker along with the low sodium ranch dressing mix, taco seasoning, chicken broth, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes with chiles, black beans, and corn. Stir to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Slow cook the soup: Cover the slow cooker and cook on High for 4 hours or on Low for 6 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together and the soup to thicken slightly.
- Add toppings and serve: Before serving, garnish the soup with optional sour cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Serve with tortilla chips on the side for added crunch and flavor.
- Instant Pot alternative – sauté: Using the Instant Pot, select the Sauté function and cook the onions and ground beef until browned. Drain off any excess fat.
- Instant Pot pressure cook: Add all remaining ingredients into the Instant Pot with the cooked meat and onions. Secure the lid and set to Pressure Cook (Manual) mode for 20 minutes. Once cooking is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally.
- Serve and enjoy: Garnish with your favorite toppings such as sour cream, cheese, and tortilla chips. Serve hot with a serving size of about 1 cup.
Notes
- For a leaner option, substitute ground turkey for ground beef.
- Use low sodium broths and canned goods to better control sodium intake.
- Mrs. Dash seasoning packets are recommended for flavorful seasoning without added salt.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Adjust spice level by adding more or less diced tomatoes with chiles.
Keywords: Weight Watchers, Slow Cooker, Taco Soup, Lean Ground Beef, Healthy Soup, Low Sodium, Dinner, Instant Pot Option
