Keto Beef Chili
Look, if you’re craving something warm, spicy, and beefy—but still don’t do cows—girl, this chili’s your soulmate.
We’re bringing the heat without the heartburn and dropping the beef without dropping the flavor. Who said keto had to be joyless?
This protein-packed bowl of plant-based badassery will hug your insides and slap your taste buds—in a loving, consensual way.
Loaded with bold spices, hearty texture, and zero guilt, this chili is meal-prep friendly and ex-proof (it won’t ghost you).
So, grab your spoon and your sass. Your meat-free, carb-smart comfort food glow-up starts right now.
Keto Beef Chili
A rich and spicy vegan keto chili made with plant-based beef, veggies, and bold seasonings. Low in carbs, high in flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 bell pepper chopped
- 200 g vegan ground beef soy or pea protein based
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes canned or fresh
- 1 cup water or vegetable broth
- 1 zucchini diced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon coconut aminos or soy sauce if you’re a rebel
- Optional: jalapeño slices lime juice, fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Let it shimmer like your highlighter on date night.
- Toss in diced onion and cook until soft and slightly translucent—like your patience before coffee.
- Add garlic and chopped bell pepper. Sauté for 3 minutes until it smells like spicy victory.
- Stir in the vegan ground beef. Cook for 5 minutes until browned and fabulous.
- Mix in tomato paste, chopped tomatoes, and your choice of broth. Stir like you mean it.
- Add zucchini, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, and coconut aminos. Stir everything like a chaotic goddess.
- Lower heat and simmer uncovered for 25 minutes. Let those flavors mingle like unsupervised coworkers at a holiday party.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Add jalapeños if you like emotional spice.
- Garnish with cilantro or a squeeze of lime for extra zing.
- Serve hot, smug, and possibly in your favorite fuzzy socks.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 210
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 17g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 35%
- Iron: 22%
- Vitamin B12: 38%
- Magnesium: 15%
- Potassium: 18%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Want extra texture? Toss in chopped cauliflower or mushrooms.
- Craving more fire? Add hot sauce or double the chili powder. You spicy thing, you.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for 3 days. Or just eat it all. No judgment.
- Serve over cauliflower rice or straight from the pot—like a keto queen.
- Freeze in portions for future you. She’ll thank you with glowing skin and smug vibes.
