Easy Keto Taco Soup Recipe - Low-Carb & Delicious (2024)

Enjoy a burst of Tex-Mex flavors with this delectable keto taco soup recipe. This hearty soup is a delicious twist on a classic favorite, and it’s versatile, too; choose from pulled pork, ground beef, or shredded chicken. Perfect for chilly nights or satisfying a craving for Mexican cuisine, our keto-friendly version is low in carbs (4g net carbs) and high in taste.

This recipe is part of our keto soup collection, which also includes our delicious cream of chicken soup and our nutritious broccoli cheese soup.

If you like your soup a little more hot, feel free to add some hot peppers to your liking.

We love to top our Keto Taco Soup with avocado, but a better idea is to top it with our sugar-free guacamole.

Ingredients & Substitutes

• 2 tbsp of Butter
• 1 medium Green Pepper, diced
• 1 clove of Garlic, crushed
• 1 teaspoon of Oregano, dried
• 1 teaspoon of Cumin, ground
• 1 teaspoon of Paprika, ground
• 8 ounces of Tomato Puree
• 2 cups of Chicken Stock
• 5 ounces of Pork Carnitas (You can replace the pork with ground beef or shredded chicken)
• 1 teaspoon of Pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon of Salt
• 1/2 cup of Cheddar Cheese, shredded (optional but great for adding fat)
• 1/2 medium Avocado, diced (optional but is great for adding more fat and potassium)
• 3 teaspoons of Cilantro, finely shredded
• 3 tablespoons of Sour Cream (optional but also great for adding more fat)

How To Make Keto Taco Soup

1. Place the butter, diced pepper, and garlic in a large saucepan and saute over medium heat for 3 minutes until the butter bubbles.
2. Add the oregano, cumin, and paprika and saute for a further 3 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the tomato puree and chicken stock and bring to a simmer.
4. Add the pork carnitas, salt, and pepper. Simmering for 2 minutes to ensure the pork is heated through.
5. Ladle the soup into three bowls and garnish with shredded cheddar, diced avocado, cilantro, and sour cream.

How To Store Taco Soup

You can store taco soup in the fridge for up to 3 days without the toppings added, or you can freeze it for up to 3 months without the toppings—cheese, avocado, and sour cream.

Adjust the servings above to make a larger batch of this keto taco soup recipe.

Matt Dobson

I am the founder of My Keto Kitchen. I am a nutritionist, cooking enthusiast, and part-time Van Lifer! Along with a qualified chef, we have created a collection of delicious and healthy recipes.