Tasty Taco Soup for the Low Carber

Tasty Taco Soup for the Low Carber

This tasty taco soup for the low carber is perfect for those brisk fall days. Just the right amount of heat to spice it up. You’ll want to make this a regular rotation on your Taco Tuesday.

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Tasty Taco Soup for the Low Carber

This tasty taco soup for the low carber has just the right amount of spice. You can choose to use 1 to 3 lbs of meat depending on how chunky you desire your soup. This taco seasoning can be jarred and used for other recipes that call for taco seasoning. A much cleaner version than those pre packaged seasonings with added sugar, MSG, sodium and other ingredients that are no bueno.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: creamy taco soup, keto taco soup, low carb taco soup, Taco soup
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 408kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp avocado or olive oil
  • 1-3 lbs. ground turkey or beef
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 1 recipe taco seasoning SEE BELOW
  • 4 Cups chicken or beef broth
  • 14 oz. can of diced roasted tomatoes
  • 3/4 Cup heavy cream
  • TACO SEASONING
  • 1-1/2 Tbsp chili powder
  • 1 Tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • OPTIONAL TOPPINGS
  • Avocado, jalapeno, cheese, cilantro, sour cream

Instructions

  • Add all taco seasoning in a bowl, mix well and set aside.
  • In a Dutch oven or stock pot, over medium heat, add oil and saute onions for a few minutes until translucent. Then add meat, salt, pepper and cumin to taste. Cook till browned, stirring constantly. NOTE: This can be placed in a slow cooker or instapot.
  • Add broth, tomatoes, taco seasoning and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and add cream.
  • Serve garnished with avocado, jalapeno, cilantro or sour cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 6g | Calories: 408kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 12.5g | Fat: 35g