🥣 Cheesy Keto Taco Soup (Mediterranean Style, Low-Carb)
Creamy • Low-Carb • Spiced • Comforting • 30 minutes
📝 Ingredients (Serves 6)
Protein
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1 lb (450g) ground beef or ground turkey
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1 tbsp olive oil (Mediterranean base)
Vegetables
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1 small onion, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 small zucchini, finely diced
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1 red bell pepper, diced
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1 cup chopped tomatoes (fresh or canned, no-sugar-added)
Spices (Mediterranean + Mexican blend)
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1 tbsp paprika
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp oregano
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1 tsp cumin
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1/2 tsp coriander
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1/4–1/2 tsp chili flakes or chili powder
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Salt & pepper
Liquids
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3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
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1 cup heavy cream (or canned coconut cream for dairy-light version)
Cheesy Base
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack
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1/2 cup shredded cheddar (optional but delicious)
Mediterranean toppings (optional but amazing)
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Chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
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Sliced olives
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Avocado
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Lemon wedge (Mediterranean brightness)
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Crumbled feta (Mediterranean twist)
🍳 Instructions
1. Brown the Meat
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Heat olive oil in a pot.
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Add ground beef or turkey and cook until browned.
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Season with salt, pepper, paprika, oregano, cumin, coriander, and chili.
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Push meat to the side of the pot.
2. Sauté Aromatics
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Add onions, garlic, zucchini, and red bell pepper.
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Cook 4–5 minutes until softened.
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Stir in chopped tomatoes.
3. Build the Soup Base
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Pour in broth.
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Bring to a simmer for 8–10 minutes.
4. Make It Creamy + Cheesy
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Add cream cheese and stir until melted.
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Stir in heavy cream.
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Add mozzarella and cheddar; simmer gently until melted and smooth.
Avoid boiling so the cheese stays silky.
5. Taste & Adjust
Season with more salt, pepper, cumin, chili, or lemon juice for brightness.
6. Serve
Top with any or all:
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Fresh parsley or cilantro
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Avocado slices
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Feta or olives (Mediterranean twist)
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A squeeze of lemon
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Extra shredded cheese
Rich, creamy, low-carb, AND Mediterranean-inspired!
