Keto Creamy Crab Soup

Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of Keto Creamy Crab Soup, a low-carb masterpiece perfect for warming up on chilly days. This luxurious soup combines tender chunks of fresh crab meat with the rich flavors of garlic, shallots, and a touch of Old Bay seasoning, all simmered in a decadent base of heavy cream, cream cheese, and chicken broth. Infused with a hint of lemon and finished with fresh parsley, the dish achieves a balance of creamy, savory, and zesty flavors. Ready in just 40 minutes, this keto-friendly soup is not only quick and easy to prepare but also an elegant option for a comforting lunch or dinner. Serve it hot and savor every comforting spoonful!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 cup Celery, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Shallot, finely chopped
• 4 cups Chicken broth
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 12 ounces Fresh crab meat, lump or claw
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• 1 whole Bay leaf
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped celery, minced garlic, and chopped shallot. Cook until the vegetables are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low, add the heavy cream, softened cream cheese, and bay leaf. Stir until the cream cheese is completely melted and the soup is smooth.

Step 5

Stir in the crab meat, ensuring it is well incorporated.

Step 6

Add the Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 7

Allow the soup to simmer gently for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf and add chopped parsley and a tablespoon of lemon juice just before serving to enhance the flavors.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1913.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1834.3

Total Fat 147.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 85.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 611.5mg	0%
Sodium 5598.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 27.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.6g	0%
Total Sugars 13.2g
Protein 83.6g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 544.4mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 2753.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.9%

Protein: 18.9%

Carbs: 6.2%