Oh yes—this is ultimate cozy keto comfort 🥣🥦
Hearty, cheesy, low-carb, and just like a warm hug in a bowl.
🥦 Keto Cauliflower & Hamburger Soup
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 preferred)
- 1 small onion, diced (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium head cauliflower, chopped into florets (~4 cups)
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1–1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp onion powder
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- Optional garnish: bacon bits, green onions, extra cheddar
👩🍳 Instructions
- Brown the Beef
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned
- Add onion & garlic; cook until softened
- Drain excess fat if needed
- Add Cauliflower & Broth
- Stir in cauliflower, beef broth, paprika, onion powder, salt & pepper
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook 10–12 minutes until cauliflower is tender
- Make it Creamy
- Reduce heat to low
- Add cream cheese and heavy cream, stir until smooth
- Stir in shredded cheddar until melted
- Serve
- Taste and adjust seasoning
- Garnish with bacon bits, green onions, or extra cheese
🧠 Approx Keto Macros (per serving – 6 servings)
- Calories: ~390
- Fat: ~30g
- Protein: ~27g
- Net Carbs: ~5g
🔥 Pro Tips
- Texture: For smoother soup, blend ½ the cauliflower before adding cheese
- Flavor Boost: Add ½ tsp smoked paprika or a dash of hot sauce
- Make Ahead: Soup thickens in fridge; add splash of broth when reheating
- Optional Veggie Boost: Add spinach or zucchini for extra fiber
🔄 Variations
- Bacon Cheeseburger Soup: Add crumbled bacon + pickles for topping
- Spicy Kick: Add diced jalapeños or cayenne
- Low-Dairy: Replace cream/cheese with coconut cream and nutritional yeast
- Meal Prep Friendly: Keeps 4–5 days in fridge; freezes well
