Warm, hearty, and bursting with bold flavors, taco soup is the ultimate comfort food with a spicy twist. Loaded with seasoned ground beef and veggies, it’s a satisfying one-pot meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Minimal clean-up. This is a one-pan recipe so there won’t be dishes spread across the entire kitchen after dinner!
- Family-friendly. This recipe serves 6 and is a well-rounded meal full of lean protein and veggies. It can serve a large family or have plenty of leftovers for later in the week.
- Inexpensive. To make this soup, you will only need common, pantry staples that won’t break the bank!
Ingredients
Here’s a quick overview of what you’ll need for this low carb soup recipe. Find exact measurements in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the page.
- Cooking oil: we used avocado oil but any neutral oil will work
- Ground beef: we recommend a lean cut of ground beef. Otherwise, you will need to drain the excess fat.
- Spices: chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, black pepper
- Produce: yellow onion and bell peppers (any color)
- Beef broth: we used low-sodium beef broth. If you use regular beef broth instead of low-sodium, wait to add the salt until the end. Then add salt to taste.
- Cauliflower rice: This is a great low carb alternative to white rice.
- Canned goods: petite diced tomatoes, green chilies, and tomato paste
- Optional toppings: Cilantro, avocado and/or sour cream
How to Make Keto Taco Soup
This easy keto soup recipe only requires a few steps and a dutch oven. Just follow the step-by-step instructions for this healthy soup recipe!
Brown the meat
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the beef and season with the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Crumble the beef as it cooks.
Saute the onion and peppers
Once the beef is browned, add the onion and peppers and saute for 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
Add the remaining ingredients
Add the broth, cauliflower rice, diced tomatoes, green chilies, and tomato paste and stir. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Now you’re ready to serve garnished with your favorite taco soup toppings!
Serve
This keto taco soup recipe is a well-rounded, stand alone dinner full of lean protein and veggies. That said, if you’re serving a crowd or just prefer a couple side dishes, here are some of our favorites to serve with soup.
Storage and Reheating Instructions
Storage Instructions: To store, allow the soup to cool. Then place in airtight container. You can store this recipe for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. Due to the cauliflower rice, this recipe is best served fresh. However, if desired, you can freeze this recipe for up to 3 months. It would be best to freeze prior to adding the cauliflower rice. Then add the cauliflower rice upon reheating on the stovetop. Be sure to allow the soup to simmer for at least 10 minutes after adding the cauliflower rice.
Reheating Instructions: You can reheat individual servings of this recipe in the microwave. We recommend using a stovetop to reheat individual servings or all of your leftovers.
Tips and Tricks
- To add some flavor, don’t drain the diced tomatoes before adding to the soup.
- For a more vibrant presentation at your next party or gathering, use multiple colors of bell pepper.
- You can use fresh tomatoes if desired. You would need about 1 ½ cups.
- Sub the ground beef with ground pork or ground turkey depending on what you have on hand or personal preferences.
Keto Taco Soup FAQ
Yes, this recipe is gluten free when prepared as described.
This recipe can be prepared up to 2-3 days ahead of time. However, do not add the cauliflower rice when meal prepping. Add the cauliflower rice upon reheating on the stovetop. Be sure to allow the soup to simmer for at least 10 minutes after adding the cauliflower rice.
We recommend a lean ground beef such as 85/15 or 90/10. Otherwise, you will need to drain off the excess grease after browning the meat.
Other Comfort Food Recipes
- Bacon Cheeseburger Cabbage Casserole– This dish is packed with ground beef, crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese and tender cabbage! At just 5 net carbs per serving this is the perfect keto comfort food!
- Chicken Bacon Ranch Soup– Enjoy a bowl of this cheesy chicken soup for about 5 net carbs!
- Cabbage Soup– This Cabbage Soup is a great choice when you’re in need of comfort food on a fall or winter day.
- One Pan Green Chili Chicken– a delicious, cheesy low carb casserole! At under 4 net carbs per serving this will be a weekly staple on your low carb diet!
Taco Soup
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 lbs ground beef
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 2 tsp each cumin and garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika, onion powder and salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 yellow onion chopped
- 2 bell peppers chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 cups cauliflower rice
- 15 oz can petite diced tomatoes
- 4 oz can green chilies
- ¼ cup tomato paste
- Cilantro avocado and/or sour cream (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the beef and season with the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Crumble the beef as it cooks.
- Once the beef is browned, add the onion and peppers and saute for 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
- Add the broth, cauliflower rice, diced tomatoes, green chilies, and tomato paste and stir. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Serve garnished with your favorite taco soup toppings!
Notes
- The soup keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- You can use any color bell peppers, I used green and red.
- Feel free to use fresh tomatoes if desired, about 1 ½ cups.
- Please note you don’t need to drain the tomatoes or chilies, the liquid from the can adds so much flavor!
- You can use regular beef broth instead of low-sodium, but I would wait to add the salt until the end. Try the soup first to make sure you don’t overdo the salt.
