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Keto Taco Soup

Keto Taco Soup

This hearty keto taco soup is the ultimate comfort food, blending rich, savory flavors with a creamy, satisfying texture. It’s low-carb, family-friendly, and perfect for cozy dinners or meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American, Mexican-Inspired
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 package 8 ounces cream cheese, cubed and softened
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 3/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 can 14.5 ounces beef broth
  • 1 can 10 ounces diced tomatoes and green chiles
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese sliced avocado, chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions
 

Brown the beef and onion

  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion for 6–8 minutes, breaking the meat into crumbles. Cook until the beef is no longer pink, then drain any excess grease.

Add the cream cheese and spices

  • Stir in the softened cream cheese, minced garlic, chili powder, salt, paprika, cumin, oregano, and pepper. Stir until the cream cheese is fully melted and everything is well blended.

Add the broth and tomatoes

  • Pour in the beef broth and the can of diced tomatoes with green chiles. Stir to combine, then bring the soup to a gentle boil over medium heat.

Simmer to thicken

  • Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer uncovered for 7–10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the soup to slightly thicken.

Stir in the heavy cream

  • Finally, reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy whipping cream. Heat through without boiling. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings, if desired.

Notes

Tips for Perfect Keto Taco Soup

  1. Soften the cream cheese: To avoid clumps, let your cream cheese sit at room temperature for 20–30 minutes before cooking.
  2. Use quality spices: Fresh, high-quality spices make a big difference in the flavor of this soup. Replace older spices for the best results.
  3. Adjust the heat: If you like spicier soup, use a medium or hot variety of diced tomatoes with green chiles, or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  4. Toppings make it fun: Try shredded cheddar cheese, sliced avocado, or chopped fresh cilantro for extra flavor and texture.

Variations, Leftovers & Storage

One of the best things about this recipe is how versatile it is!
  • Make it dairy-free: Use coconut cream in place of heavy cream and a dairy-free cream cheese alternative to suit your dietary needs.
  • Switch up the protein: Ground turkey or chicken works just as well if you don’t have beef on hand.
  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, stirring occasionally.
  • Freeze it: This soup freezes beautifully! Let it cool completely, then freeze in individual portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Nutrition Facts

  • Serving size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 360
  • Fat: 29g (16g saturated fat)
  • Cholesterol: 108mg
  • Sodium: 814mg
  • Carbohydrates: 7g (1g fiber, 3g sugar)
  • Protein: 18g
Keyword Keto Taco Soup