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Whole30 Creamy Taco Soup

Name: Whole30 Creamy Taco Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons avocado oil; 1 medium yellow onion, diced; 2 bell peppers, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 pound grass-fed ground beef; 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade blend); 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes; 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles; 4 cups beef broth; 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; Optional toppings: avocado, cilantro, lime wedges, jalapeño slices

This Whole30 creamy taco soup combines grass-fed ground beef, bell peppers, and full-fat coconut milk for a compliant, satisfying meal ready in 30 minutes. It's a vegetable-forward soup that works for meal prep and reheats beautifully.

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Total

30 min

Servings

Difficulty

Hard

Est. Cost

$25–$41

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons avocado oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 bell peppers, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound grass-fed ground beef
1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade blend)
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
4 cups beef broth
1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Optional toppings: avocado, cilantro, lime wedges, jalapeño slicesoptional

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Instructions

1
Heat avocado oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2
Add diced onion and bell peppers, cook for 5-6 minutes until softened.
3
Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
4
Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
5
Stir in taco seasoning and cook for 1 minute.
6
Add diced tomatoes, green chiles, and beef broth. Bring to a boil.
7
Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
8
Stir in coconut milk, salt, and pepper. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
9
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
10
Serve hot with desired toppings.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Brown the ground beef thoroughly before adding aromatics to develop deeper flavor and prevent a watery soup.
Dice vegetables evenly so they cook at the same rate and create a balanced texture throughout.
Stir in the coconut milk at the end and simmer gently rather than boiling to prevent curdling.
Taste and adjust seasoning after adding the canned ingredients, which contribute salt and acidity.

Substitutions

Avocado oil → ghee or compliant cooking fat (same ratio)
Grass-fed ground beef → ground turkey or ground lamb (no change in quantity)
Full-fat coconut milk → compliant bone broth or beef broth (may reduce creaminess)
Diced green chiles → diced jalapeños or serrano peppers (adjust to taste for heat)

Storage & make-ahead

Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the refrigerator. Reheat gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding broth if thickened. Freezes well for up to 3 months.

Common Questions

Can I make this soup without coconut milk?

Coconut milk creates the creamy texture essential to this recipe. You can use full-fat dairy cream if not strictly Whole30, but coconut milk is the Whole30-compliant choice.

Is store-bought taco seasoning Whole30-compliant?

Most store-bought packets contain additives and sugar. Check the label or make your own blend with cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt.