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    Home / Recipes / Soups / Stuffed Pepper Soup

    Stuffed Pepper Soup

    December 5, 2022 by Keto Cooking Christian 22 Comments

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    This Stuffed Pepper Soup, with colorful, tender veggies and tangy tomatoes, is a healthy and hearty meal loaded with classic stuffed bell pepper flavors.

    Stuffed Pepper Soup in spoon
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    • ❤️ Why You’ll Love this Stuffed Pepper Soup Recipe
    • 🛒 What’s in Keto Stuffed Pepper Soup
    • 🔪 How to Make Keto Stuffed Pepper Soup
    • Can I Freeze Leftover Bell Pepper Soup?
    • Are Peppers OK for Keto Diet?
    • Will Bell Pepper Kick Me Out of Ketosis?
    • Stuffed Pepper Soup Variations
    • Can I Make Keto Pepper Soup in the Slow Cooker?
    • More Keto Soup Recipes

    ❤️ Why You’ll Love this Stuffed Pepper Soup Recipe

    • Classic stuffed peppers flavor
    • Blend of tender colorful peppers and tangy tomatoes
    • Thick, hearty and rich
    • Easy to make
    • Family friendly
    overhead view of Stuffed Pepper Soup in white bowl

    If you’re a huge fan of stuffed bell peppers, you’re going to fall in love with this recipe. With those same savory flavors, this soup is prepared all in one pot, making it an easy weeknight meal the whole family will love. It’s especially satisfying on a chilly night when you’re short on time, but craving a comforting and warm bowl of hearty soup.

    Another great reason you're going to want to add this recipe to your regular soup rotation is that on top of being incredibly flavorful, it's low carb, keto-friendly and gluten-free making it an awesome choice for just about any diet.

    ladle full of Stuffed Pepper Soup over pot

    If you love classic stuffed peppers, also be sure to check out this recipe for Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers, this Stuffed Pepper Skillet and these Pizza Stuffed Peppers.

    🛒 What’s in Keto Stuffed Pepper Soup

    • Ground beef
    • Beef broth
    • Bell peppers
    • Diced tomatoes
    • Tomato sauce
    • Frozen cauliflower rice
    • Yellow onion
    • Garlic
    • Chopped fresh parsley
    • Tomato paste
    • Olive oil
    • Butter
    • Dried basil
    • Dried thyme
    • Salt
    • Ground black pepper

    *Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

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    • Large pot or dutch oven

    🔪 How to Make Keto Stuffed Pepper Soup

    Heat a large pot or dutch oven to medium and add in the ground beef, half the salt and pepper.

    browned ground beef in pot

    Brown the ground beef, then remove and set aside.

    Tip: If you allow the ground beef to get nice and browned, the fat will evaporate and there will be nothing to discard. This will also give more flavor to the beef.

    red yellow and orange peppers with onions sauteeing in pot

    Add in the olive oil and butter, then once melted, add in the onion, peppers and remaining salt and pepper.  Sauté for a few minutes to until slightly softened. 

    Tip: Allowing the peppers and onion to get a little bit of color on them will help give the soup more balanced flavor.

    cooked chopped peppers with minced garlic in middle of pot

    Add in the garlic and sauté for 15 seconds.

    Stuffed Pepper Soup uncooked in pot

    Then pour in the diced tomatoes, dried thyme, tomato sauce, tomato paste, browned ground beef and beef broth. 

    Tip: This soup is on the thicker side, so if you want a more brothy soup, add in 1-2 cups of additional beef broth or simmer it with a lid on.

    Stuffed Pepper Soup with cauliflower rice in center of pot

    Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, then stir in the cauliflower rice and cook for another 5 minutes.

    Tip: If using fresh cauliflower, add in during the last 10 minutes, not the last 5.

    Stuffed Pepper Soup with chopped parsley on top in pot

    Add in the parsley and serve.

    Stuffed Pepper Soup in pot with ladle

    Can I Freeze Leftover Bell Pepper Soup?

    Leftover stuffed pepper soup freezes really well. Just make sure you let it cool completely before transferring it to a freezer bag or freezer-safe airtight container.

    Label each container with what the contents are and the date you froze it. For best results, the frozen soup should be thawed and eaten within 3-4 months.

    overhead view of Stuffed Pepper Soup in white bowl

    Are Peppers OK for Keto Diet?

    Bell peppers are both low in carbs and in calories. On top of that, they are nutrient dense with many essential minerals, vitamins and antioxidants like vitamin A and C.

    One of the reasons they are great for low carb diets is they provide so much flavor to recipes with minimal carb impact. For more information about all the amazing health benefits of bell peppers, check out this article on Healthline.

    Stuffed Pepper Soup in spoon

    Will Bell Pepper Kick Me Out of Ketosis?

    If you are on Keto and monitoring your ketone levels, eating bell peppers in moderation should not kick you out of ketosis. Bell peppers have approximately 5 net carbs per cup. The great thing is because you mostly eat them in recipes like this soup, you're seldom eating an entire cup in one meal.

    closeup of Stuffed Pepper Soup

    Stuffed Pepper Soup Variations

    Put your own twist on this easy soup recipe with some of these variations:

    • Other meat: Instead of ground beef, you can use, ground chicken or ground turkey, Italian sausage or ground pork sausage.
    • Peppers: Use your favorite color bell peppers in this recipe. Tri-colored peppers (orange, yellow and red bell pepper) are bit milder with a sweeter taste, but if you love green bell pepper, it works just as great. To give the soup a little stronger pepper flavor, you can also add in chopped roasted poblano pepper with the bell peppers.
    • Spices: If you like soup with a little kick of heat, add some red pepper flakes or just a pinch of cayenne pepper.
    • Tomatoes: Diced tomatoes provide this soup with a super flavorful broth. You can use regular diced tomatoes, fire roasted tomatoes with green chilies, or to give the soup even more herb flavor you can use canned tomatoes that have garlic, basil and oregano included.
    • Toppings: Grated parmesan cheese, Gruyere or cheddar always makes a great topping for soups. These Cheese Crisps are another wonderful option. Crumbled crispy prosciutto or bacon gives the soup really nice flavor without taking away from the stuffed pepper taste.
    closeup of Stuffed Pepper Soup in white bowl

    Can I Make Keto Pepper Soup in the Slow Cooker?

    To make this soup in the slower cooker, it's best if your model has the sauté function like this one does. If it doesn't, you can brown the ground beef and sauté the veggies in a skillet then transfer everything to your crockpot. Cook on low for 4-6 hours.

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    • Keto Italian Wedding Soup
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    • Easy Keto Broccoli Cheese Soup
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    Stuffed Pepper Soup in spoon

    Stuffed Pepper Soup

    This Stuffed Pepper Soup, with colorful, tender veggies and tangy tomatoes, is a healthy and hearty meal loaded with classic stuffed bell pepper flavors.
    5 from 54 votes
    Author: Julianne
    Servings 8
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    PREP 10 minutes mins
    COOK 35 minutes mins
    TOTAL 45 minutes mins

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    Ingredients
     

    • 1 ½ pounds ground beef, I use 85%, grass-fed
    • 4 cups beef broth
    • 3 bell peppers: red, yellow and orange
    • 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
    • 15 ounce can tomato sauce, lowest carb
    • 12 ounces frozen cauliflower rice
    • ½ yellow onion, diced
    • 4 cloves garlic, minced
    • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
    • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon butter
    • 1 teaspoon dried basil
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
    • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Heat a large pot or dutch oven to medium and add in the ground beef, half the salt and pepper.
    • Brown the ground beef, then remove and set aside.
    • Add in the olive oil and butter, then once melted, add in the onion, peppers and remaining salt and pepper. Sauté for a few minutes to until slightly softened and just starting to get some color.
    • Add in the garlic and sauté for 15 seconds, then pour in the diced tomatoes, dried thyme, tomato sauce, tomato paste, browned ground beef and beef broth. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, then stir in the cauliflower rice and cook for another 5 minutes.
    • Add in the parsley and serve.

    Recipe Notes

    This soup is on the thicker side and personally I think it's much better that way.  If you prefer a more brothy soup, you can either simmer it with a lid on or add 1-2 cups of additional beef broth.
    If you only have fresh cauliflower rice, add it in during the last 10 minutes of simmering, instead of the last 5.

    *Make sure to scroll up and read the post for substitutions, additions and helpful tips for making this recipe.

    Course Main Course, Soup
    Cuisine Italian
    Calories 269kcal
    Nutrition Facts
    Stuffed Pepper Soup
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    269
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    16
    g
    25
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    6
    g
    38
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    10
    g
    3
    %
    Fiber
     
    3
    g
    13
    %
    Sugar
     
    5
    g
    6
    %
    Protein
     
    21
    g
    42
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    *Nutritional data is provided as a courtesy and is accurate to the best of my knowledge. You can verify it using the nutrition calculator of your choice. All data is based on net carbs, without sugar alcohol: Swerve, Erythritol, Monk Fruit or Allulose.

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    1. Dee Lutsky

      November 01, 2024 at 12:23 pm

      5 stars
      I want to make this but you haven't stated when to use the tomato paste. is it after you saute the garlic and before adding the wet ingredients? thank you

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        November 08, 2024 at 2:53 pm

        I added it along with the tomato sauce. I've corrected the instructions to reflect this, sorry for the confusion! I hope you try it, it's really really good!

        Reply
    2. Dave Collier

      January 14, 2024 at 11:00 am

      looks delicious

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        January 15, 2024 at 6:01 pm

        Thank you. 🙂

        Reply
    3. Liz

      July 18, 2023 at 2:06 pm

      5 stars
      This soup was so good!! It's been on the chillier side in Minnesota and we loved this recipe for lunch. Great flavor!

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        July 20, 2023 at 5:54 pm

        This is a great soup recipe for anytime of the year but on a cool evening, you just can't beat it. Thank you so much for taking time to comment.

        Reply
    4. Lisa

      July 18, 2023 at 1:30 pm

      5 stars
      This was so much easier than making stuffed peppers and has the same great taste.

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        July 18, 2023 at 1:40 pm

        Thanks so much. Easy and delicious is always the way to go. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

        Reply
    5. Jenn

      July 18, 2023 at 10:04 am

      5 stars
      I love this soup! It is rich and flavourful, and I find it really comforting! It is a great recipe, and it uses the flavours of a stuffed pepper really well!

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        July 18, 2023 at 1:41 pm

        Thank you so much. I love that this is one of those soups that are great any time of the year.

        Reply
    6. Ali

      July 18, 2023 at 9:52 am

      5 stars
      We loved this soup!!! It's so pretty and colorful - I love the tangy tomatoes, and how hearty it is!! This recipe is such a keeper!!! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        July 18, 2023 at 1:42 pm

        Yay! This made my day. So happy you loved it.

        Reply
    7. Allie

      July 18, 2023 at 9:35 am

      5 stars
      This is one of the coziest soups ever!! This will definitely be a repeat this fall and winter for me and my husband.

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        July 18, 2023 at 1:43 pm

        Thank you. You just can't have too many cozy soup recipes.

        Reply
    8. Denise M

      January 19, 2023 at 7:11 pm

      5 stars
      Interesting take on stuffed peppers.

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        January 21, 2023 at 11:04 am

        Thanks! 🙂

        Reply
    9. ltfrombc

      January 19, 2023 at 2:02 pm

      5 stars
      Very good recipe. It is very easy to make with ingredients normally found in a home. My non-low carb husband loved it! It freezes well. The flavor improves with time, meaning it is even better as a leftover. This will definitely go into my regular rotation of recipes.

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        January 21, 2023 at 11:04 am

        I am so happy you enjoyed it. The positive feedback makes my day.

        Reply
    10. Lea

      January 02, 2023 at 2:17 pm

      This sounds delicious! I will add the ingredients to my grocery list and make it next weekend!

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        January 03, 2023 at 8:19 am

        It is super flavorful! I hope you enjoy it. 😊

        Reply
    11. Rosa

      December 05, 2022 at 9:58 am

      This recipe says 8 servings. Do you roughly what a serving size is?

      Reply
      • Keto Cooking Christian

        December 06, 2022 at 3:33 pm

        The volume may vary based on numerous factors, such as vegetables shrinking as they cook or broth evaporating as it simmers. It's always best if you determine your serving size and macros based on ingredients you use and the finished soup.

        Reply

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