Low Carb Taco Soup
Looking for a cozy, flavor packed meal that comes together in minutes?
This Low Carb Taco Soup is balanced, nourishing, and easy enough for a weeknight dinner!
Hello Stability Nutrition Friends,
Happy Thursday!
As a lot of you may know, I live up North by Canada, and there's a chill in the air here now in the early mornings and evenings. Each day is feeling more and more like fall, and I'm beginning to crave more warming foods. This Low Carb Taco Soup sure hit the spot! It's simple to make, adaptable with ingredients you have on hand, and comes together in just 20 minutes.
Traditional taco soups are usually packed with beans, cheese, and heavier toppings. My version is lighter, packed with lean protein and colorful veggies, and still full of the bold, savory taco flavor we all love. It’s balanced, nourishing, and easy enough for a weeknight dinner.
Why You’ll Love This Taco Soup
💛 Protein Powered
Lean ground chicken (or your favorite alternative) adds high quality protein that supports muscle repair, blood sugar balance, and lasting energy.
💛 Nutrient Rich
Carrots, bell pepper, and zucchini add fiber, antioxidants, and vitamin C to support vitality and immune health.
💛 Fast and Weeknight Friendly
With just 8 minutes cooking time in the Instant Pot, you’ll have a healthy, hearty dinner in a hurry!
💛 Super Adaptable
This recipe works with almost any vegetables you have on hand. Swap the carrots for celery, use cauliflower rice instead of zucchini, add mushrooms for extra flavor, or stir in spinach or shredded cabbage after cooking.
Low Carb Taco Soup
This bold, flavorful soup is packed with protein, colorful veggies, and smoky spices. It’s balanced, nourishing, and easy enough for a weeknight dinner!
Author: Elisa | Stability Nutrition
Yield: 4 large bowls
Ingredients:
For the Soup:
2 tsp olive oil
1 lb lean ground chicken or meat alternative crumbles
1/2 large yellow onion, diced small
1 large bell pepper, diced small (any color)
2 medium carrots, diced small
2 medium zucchini, diced large
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp good quality mild chili powder
1 tbsp ground cumin
2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp sea salt
1 14oz can fire roasted diced tomatoes (Muir Glen Organic is the best)
1 14 oz can tomato sauce (Muir Glen Organic is the best)
14 oz water
Juice of 1/2 large lime (about 1 tbsp)
Fresh ground pepper, and more sea salt to taste
Optional toppings:
Cashew sour cream, dairy-free plain unsweetened yogurt, avocado, tortilla chips, radish, green onion, dairy-free cheese
Instructions:
In an instant pot press the sauté function. Add the oil, ground chicken, (or meat alternative) onion, bell pepper and carrots. Sauté stirring often until the chicken is cooked through.
Turn off the sauté function and add the zucchini and garlic. Stir to combine.
Add the spices, canned tomatoes, tomato sauce, and water.
Lock the lid in place and put in the sealing position. Cook on high pressure 8 minutes, then allow to naturally release for 8 minutes.
Move to venting, and allow the pot to release remaining pressure. Turn the instant pot off.
Stir in the lime juice and fresh ground pepper. Taste and add more salt if necessary.
Scoop into 4 bowls, garnish with your favorite toppings, and serve.
Enjoy! 😊
Notes:
This recipe reheats well and can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days.
For meal prep, portion into airtight containers for quick lunches.
To make it on the stovetop, simmer everything together for 25–30 minutes after sautéing the chicken and vegetables.
Nutrition (per serving):
Approx. 235 calories, Protein: 25 g, Fat: 10 g, Carbohydrates: 13 g
Hand Portions (per serving):
1 palm protein, 1 thumb fat, 0.5 cupped hand carbs, 1.5 fists veggies
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. Results may vary based on ingredients used.Give This Recipe a Try!
This soup is so delicious and cozy, and such a fun add to the weekly meal rotation. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
If you make this soup, I’d love to see your version! Please tag me on Instagram with #stabilitynutrition so I can see your beautiful creations!
In good health and happiness,
Elisa
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