Pinto Beans Green Chile And Beef Soup
Pinto Beans Green Chile And Beef Soup is a delightful and hearty dish that warms the soul with its robust flavors and comforting textures. Perfect for a busy weeknight or a cozy family dinner, this soup combines tender pinto beans, savory ground beef, and zesty green chilies for an unforgettable meal. In just under an hour, you can create a nutritious dish packed with protein and fiber that everyone will love. Customize it with your favorite spices and toppings to make it uniquely yours!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cups cooked pinto beans (or 2 cans, drained and rinsed)
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin (optional)
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the diced onion and cook until softened (about 3–4 minutes).
- Add chili powder, cumin (optional), smoked paprika (optional), salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
- Incorporate the cooked pinto beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, diced green chilies, and beef broth; mix well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 30 minutes to meld flavors.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. For a thicker consistency, mash some beans against the pot.
- Serve hot with optional garnishes like chopped cilantro or lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg