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Whole30 Low Carb Cheeseburger Soup

Modified: Feb 7, 2025 by Monica Le · Published: Sep 28, 2018 · 35 Comments

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A Whole30 and low carb cheeseburger soup made with a cashew cheese soup base and nutrient dense bone broth. Dairy free, healthy and delicious! A perfect addition to your Whole30 meal plan or your arsenal of recipe rotation. Kid and family friendly, too!

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A low carb cheeseburger soup with nutritious veggies!

Now, I know what you are thinking. Why on earth is there broccoli in this cheeseburger soup recipe? I wanted to kick the nutrition in this recipe up a few notches.

There is also really something to be said about the flavor, texture and balance that broccoli florets add to this delicious and creamy soup dish.

Just trust me on this one.

If you're not into broccoli, feel free to replace it with cauliflower florets. Or don't. You can skip the veggies all together- it's up to you!

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Can I use roasted cashews instead of raw cashews in cheeseburger soup?

No, you cannot. The raw cashews provide the soup with a very specific taste and texture profile that will not be executed by using anything but raw nuts.

Can we talk about how amazing cashews are? I love incorporating them into dishes that would normally call for some type of cheese.

I tend to use cashews a ton when creating cheesecake recipes, but I knew I'd be able to get the flavor I wanted in this low carb cheeseburger soup by adding them in.

Your brain and tastebuds will be fooled, I can promise you that. I made this recipe with people who do not have a lot of time to spend over the stove *in mind!*

Luckily, you just set your raw cashews to soak for a few hours and the rest of the process really is very quick. You're going to love how much flavor comes from this soup in just a short amount of time spent.

More Whole30 soup recipes like this:

Easy Vegan Pumpkin Soup

Dairy Free Cream of Mushroom Soup

Whole30 Instant Pot Seafood Gumbo

The Best Paleo Pumpkin Chili

Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla-less Soup

Thai Chicken Zucchini Noodle Soup

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I can't wait to serve low carb cheeseburger soup to the next dinner guests we have. They are not going to believe this soup is dairy free.

I highly recommend adding sliced avocado on top of these low carb cheeseburger soup bowls when you are ready to eat. The flavor dimensions simply cannot be beat with that addition.

I'm thinking of starting a Whole30 come October or November. I'm thinking more like November.

I don't think I have enough time to prepare to start in just one week, but now that I have this recipe in my arsenal, a November Whole30 doesn't seem too far out of reach.

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With how quick and easy this cheeseburger soup recipe is to make, it'll surely become a staple in your recipe arsenal. I know I'll be making it over and over again as we dive into the colder months of the year.

It tastes great cold according to some. "It's more like a cheeseburger chili... nothing wrong with that!" 🙂

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Whole30 and Keto Cheeseburger Soup

Monica Stevens Le
A Whole30 and Low Carb Cheeseburger Soup made with a cashew cheese soup base and nutrient dense bone broth. Dairy free, healthy and delicious! A perfect addition to your Whole30 meal plan or your arsenal of recipe rotation. Kid and family friendly, too!
4.30 from 61 votes
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 50 minutes mins
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 669 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups raw cashews soaked in boiling water for 1 ½ hours
  • 6 strips bacon diced
  • 2 pounds grass-fed ground beef
  • 2 ½ cups bone broth- Find Here!
  • 6 ounces tomato paste
  • 15 ounces canned coconut milk
  • 2 teaspoons sea salt
  • 1 ½ pounds broccoli florets
  • black pepper to taste
  • sliced avocado for garnish
  • fresh parsley for garnish
  • pickled jalapenos for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Drain the soaked cashews and rinse well with cold water. Set aside.
  • In a large pot, cook the bacon pieces over medium heat, until crispy. Increase the heat to medium-high and add in the ground beef. Cook for another 8-10 minutes, stirring often to break the beef apart in even pieces. Keep stirring until it is brown throughout.
  • In the pitcher of a high-speed blender, add the broth, tomato paste, coconut milk, drained cashews and salt. Blend on high until smooth and creamy throughout.
  • Transfer this mixture into the pot and stir well. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
  • Reduce to a simmer, add the broccoli florets and let cook for another 10-15 minutes. Taste for seasoning (salt and pepper) and turn off the stove. Serve warm with your preferred toppings!

Notes

This will keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can freeze it for a few weeks as well, but I'd divide it into smaller portions so it's easier to reheat when ready.

Nutrition

Calories: 669kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 33gFat: 53gSaturated Fat: 24gCholesterol: 91mgSodium: 1001mgPotassium: 1123mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7gCalcium: 85mg
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  1. Kaaren Sherrell says

    December 03, 2021 at 12:19 pm

    I made the following modifications:
    1. Replaced the bacon with long thin strips of sautéed sweet onion.
    2. I have a vitamix blender so I didn't have to soak the cashews, it creams them
    perfectly
    3. Cooked and seasoned the broccoli separately and poured the soup on top. I am
    picky about broccoli, can't be over cooked.
    4. Sprinkled chopped cilantro and green onion on top.
    My picky husband ate 2 bowls.
    Tonight I am going to make the leftovers into creamy curry soup: Steam/Boil peas, chopped potatoes and carrots in broth with curry seasonings. When cooked I will stir in the leftover soup.
    I'll get 2 simple meals out of one recipe.
    Great flavor, thanks!5 stars

    Reply
  2. Andrea says

    March 21, 2020 at 3:20 pm

    We had this on a camping trip and just heated it up there. It was perfect for a cold chilly wet evening!

    I was also out of tomato paste and used 1/3c tomato sauce bc that’s what we had and a little Smokey paprika to make up for a veggie version.5 stars

    Reply
  3. Taylor says

    February 10, 2019 at 6:41 pm

    OMG this is amazing!!!! My husband loved it too and now we have so many leftovers for lunch! I added dill relish, garlic powder and yellow mustard. Garnished with primal palate ketchup 😉

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      February 11, 2019 at 1:25 pm

      It makes me so happy that you loved it!!! Love those toppings, too. Feel free to leave a recipe review (using the star system if possible!) 🙂 Yay.

      Reply
  4. Joe says

    January 09, 2019 at 12:01 am

    I was thinking about trying this in the instant pot at around 15 mins after cooking the bacon and browning the ground-beef. Any thoughts?

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      January 09, 2019 at 1:51 pm

      That should actually work out perfectly!

      Reply
      • Joe says

        January 09, 2019 at 5:31 pm

        TY! will report back on taste...

        Reply
        • Joe says

          January 17, 2019 at 10:00 pm

          This was amazing. Thanks so much for the recipe!

          Reply
  5. Kelly says

    January 08, 2019 at 5:29 am

    So delicious! Would make it every day if I could!

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      January 09, 2019 at 1:52 pm

      That makes me so happy to hear. If you wouldn't mind rating the recipe on the recipe card, that helps my readers and I out tremendously! 🙂 So glad you enjoyed the soup!

      Reply
  6. Kevin L says

    December 31, 2018 at 7:07 am

    If I use turkey meat and turkey bone broth, would the taste be altered too much?

    I have been trying to stay away from red meat. Although i may bite the bullet to make this as it looks/sounds really good.

    Thanks for all your work!!

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      December 31, 2018 at 2:03 pm

      Not at all!!! It will still turn out fabulously!

      Reply
  7. Jessica says

    December 28, 2018 at 6:18 pm

    Just made this, and so delicious. We do not use bacon at home but used onions and coconut aminos (and garlic) of course. So very good. Have done whole 30 a couple of times but learned that I have a wide range of gluten and yeast intolerances. Thanks for such a good idea

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      December 28, 2018 at 8:29 pm

      Oh my goodness, you are SO welcome. I am so happy to hear you enjoyed it with those modifications! 🙂

      Reply
  8. Megan says

    December 04, 2018 at 2:32 pm

    How much do you taste the coconut milk in this soup? I'd love to try it, but don't always like a really strong coconut flavor in my foods.
    Looks delicious!

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      December 04, 2018 at 8:13 pm

      You really don't!!!!!! It's super flavor forward with the other ingredients 😉

      Reply
  9. Kari says

    October 31, 2018 at 5:14 pm

    So delicious! Thank you son much for an easy delicious recipe!

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      October 31, 2018 at 5:47 pm

      Oh, you are so welcome. So easy, right? Can you do me a big favor and rate the recipe in the recipe card? There are stars available to choose from by the servings. That helps me and other readers out tremendously. Thank you so much!!

      Reply
  10. Chante says

    October 28, 2018 at 5:15 pm

    I made this recipe today and it is so delicious!! I love it! Thank you for sharing the recipe!

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      October 28, 2018 at 5:19 pm

      That makes me SOOOOO happy to hear. Do you mind rating it at the bottom? That helps me out so much! 🙂

      Reply
  11. Jennifer says

    October 25, 2018 at 2:04 pm

    Are the cashews in boiling water for the whole 1.5 hr?

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      October 25, 2018 at 4:53 pm

      Yes, they are!

      Reply
      • Scott Matthews says

        November 03, 2018 at 3:48 pm

        Jennifer may now be confused. Don’t you just pour boiling water over the cashews and then let them sit for an hour and a half?

        Reply
        • The Movement Menu says

          November 03, 2018 at 8:49 pm

          Correct- that's exactly what you do! 🙂

          Reply
        • Jennifer says

          November 04, 2018 at 5:26 am

          I boiled them for 1.5 hr. Haha! It worked. Soup was delicious.

          Reply
          • The Movement Menu says

            November 04, 2018 at 2:22 pm

            Yayyyyy, I'm so glad!

      • Trina David says

        November 03, 2018 at 7:54 pm

        Can you make this without soaking the cashews? I have a Vitamix that works great at reducing nuts.

        Reply
        • The Movement Menu says

          November 03, 2018 at 8:45 pm

          I wouldn't, no. The reason you soak them is so they break down easier and become very creamy. You can *try* but I've never done it and use a Vitamix myself.

          Reply
        • Rachel says

          January 18, 2019 at 8:38 pm

          Restaurant trick. If you are pinched for time, boil water and soak the cashews for just 15-20 minutes. Consistency will be what you need 😊

          Reply
  12. LaQuosha says

    October 11, 2018 at 5:14 am

    How much is a serving? Do you have the nutrition info.?

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      October 11, 2018 at 9:22 am

      I don't provide nutritional information, as I only use whole food ingredients so it is not of importance to me. However, you can totally plug in the recipe into My Fitness Pal to get that info! 🙂

      Reply
  13. Jennifer says

    September 28, 2018 at 10:09 am

    I just made this! Delicious! I haven't added the broccoli yet, will do so before serving. Thanks for the yummy recipe!

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      September 28, 2018 at 5:46 pm

      You're so welcome... I'm so happy you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  14. Sierra says

    September 25, 2018 at 10:59 am

    Where in the recipe do we add the broccoli?

    Reply
    • The Movement Menu says

      September 25, 2018 at 3:43 pm

      I feel so silly that I forgot to put that into the instructions. It is updated now!

      Reply

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