Cheesy Taco Soup (Lightened-Up Version)

Ingredients

2 lbs 99% lean ground turkey (or extra lean ground beef)

½ cup green bell pepper, finely chopped

1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped

1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained

5 cups fat-free beef broth

1 (7 oz) can tomato paste

2 (4 oz) cans diced green chilies

1 packet taco seasoning (low-sodium preferred)

4 oz reduced-fat cream cheese, softened

¼ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt (replaces heavy cream)

Instructions

Brown meat: In a large pot, cook turkey over medium heat until fully browned. Drain if needed.

Add vegetables & base: Stir in bell pepper, jalapeño, tomatoes, broth, tomato paste, green chilies, and taco seasoning.

Simmer: Cook uncovered on medium-low for 20 minutes until slightly thickened.

Make it creamy: Lower heat and stir in softened reduced-fat cream cheese until melted.

Finish: Stir in Greek yogurt just before serving for extra creaminess.

WW Points (Estimated – Current Plans)

Makes 8 servings (about 1½ cups each)

Using 99% lean turkey

Reduced-fat cream cheese

Nonfat Greek yogurt

~2–3 points per serving

(Points may vary slightly by brand and tracking method.)

Even Lower Point Option (1–2 Points)

Use fat-free cream cheese

Omit Greek yogurt

Add extra spices + splash of lime for flavor boost