Easy Keto Taco Soup - A Delicious Low-Carb Meal

Name: Easy Keto Taco Soup - A Delicious Low-Carb Meal
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 pound (450g) of ground beef; 1 small to medium onion, chopped; 4 cloves of garlic, minced; 2 cans (10 ounces or 283g each) of Ro-Tel diced tomatoes with green chilies (or regular diced tomatoes with jalapeno pepper or canned green chilies); 4 cups (950ml) of beef stock; 2 teaspoons of chili powder; 2 tablespoons of cumin; A few sprinkles of dried cilantro (optional); Salt and pepper to taste; 1 cup (240ml) of heavy cream; 1/4 cup (25g) of sliced green onions; 1/4 cup (15g) of chopped fresh cilantro

This keto taco soup is one of the easiest and most satisfying soups you can make. It’s packed with ground beef, tomatoes, green chilies, spices and cream, and it tastes just like a taco in a bowl. This soup is perfect for a busy weeknight or a lazy weekend.

You can customize it with your favorite toppings, such as cheese, sour cream, avocado or more cilantro. It’s also gluten-free and low-carb, and it can be ready in less than 30 minutes.

This taco soup recipe can be slow-cooked OR pressure cooked then finished with some cream and fresh herbs. You can enjoy a hearty and comforting keto meal any day of the week!

Overhead photo of Keto Taco Soup in a white bowl with cheese, sour cream, and cilantro on top

Keto Taco Soup – A Simple and Quick Recipe

If you love tacos but want to cut down on carbs, this keto taco soup is the perfect solution. It has all the flavors of a taco without the tortillas or beans. It’s also very simple and quick to make, with minimal prep and cleanup. Here’s why:

✅ The ground beef is cooked with onion and garlic until browned and flavorful;
✅ The Ro-Tel diced tomatoes with green chilies (or regular diced tomatoes with jalapeno pepper or canned green chilies) add some tang and spice to the soup;
✅ The beef stock, chili powder, and cumin give it a rich and savory broth that’s reminiscent of taco seasoning;
✅ The heavy cream adds some creaminess and richness to the soup;
✅ The green onions and fresh cilantro add some freshness and brightness to the soup;
✅ You can choose from various cooking options with the same result. Slow cook on low (5 hours), high (3 hours), or pressure cook for 10 minutes.
✅ You can serve it with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado slices, lime wedges, or pork rinds. Just make sure to check the carb count of your toppings if you are following a keto diet.

Keto Taco Soup ingredients

This is what you need to make this keto taco soup:

Ground beef
Onion
Garlic
Ro-Tel diced tomatoes with green chilies (or regular diced tomatoes with jalapeno pepper or canned green chilies)
Beef stock
Chili powder
Cumin
Dried cilantro (optional)

Salt and pepper to taste
Heavy cream
Sliced green onions

Chopped fresh cilantro

How to Make Keto Taco Soup

This keto taco soup is very easy to make. Here are the steps:

In a large pot over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef with onion and garlic until browned, breaking it up with a spatula as you go.

Add the Ro-Tel diced tomatoes with green chilies (or regular diced tomatoes with jalapeno pepper or canned green chilies), the beef stock, the chili powder, the cumin, the dried cilantro (if using), salt, and pepper to taste. Stir well to combine.

Bring the soup to a boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until slightly thickened.

Stir in the heavy cream and heat through.

Stir in the green onions and fresh cilantro.

Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy it with your favorite toppings.

How long does keto taco soup take in the slow cooker?

A 2kg/4lb whole chicken will take 5 hours on low, or 3 hours on high. This will be a juicy and carvable chicken like a traditional oven Roast Chicken.

If you want one where the meat is more tender and can basically be pulled off the bone with little effort, slow cook for 7 to 8 hours on low.

Pressure Cooker / Instant Pot Option!

This keto taco soup can also be made in a pressure cooker or an instant pot. It comes out exactly the same – just much faster! Just add 1/2 cup of water and pressure cook for 10 minutes on high. Let it release naturally for 10 minutes then release the valve.

Keto Taco Soup ready to be served

Tools Used:

A large pot
A spatula
A measuring cup

A measuring spoon
A knife
A cutting board

A ladle

Frequently Asked Questions:

How do I store leftover keto taco soup?

You can store leftover keto taco soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. To reheat it, you can microwave it or warm it up on the stove over low heat.

Can I use chicken or turkey instead of ground beef?

Some other toppings you can use for this soup are shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado slices, lime wedges, tortilla chips or pork rinds. Just make sure to check the carb count of your toppings if you are following a keto diet.

Can I make this soup in a slow cooker or an instant pot?

Yes, you can make this soup in a slow cooker or an instant pot. For the slow cooker, you can follow the same steps as above, but cook the soup on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours. For the instant pot, you can follow the same steps as above, but add 1/2 cup of water and pressure cook for 10 minutes on high. Then release the pressure naturally or manually, and stir in the cream, green onions, and fresh cilantro.

What are some other toppings I can use for this soup?