Description
Keto Ground Beef Casserole is a cheesy, creamy, low-carb dinner loaded with seasoned ground beef, cauliflower, and melty cheese. It’s a one-dish wonder that’s filling, easy to prep, and perfect for meal prepping or weeknight dinners while staying true to your keto goals.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 4 cups cauliflower florets (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease an 8×8 or 9×9-inch casserole dish
- Steam or microwave cauliflower until fork-tender (about 5–7 minutes), then roughly chop
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add diced onion and garlic, sauté for 2 minutes
- Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat
- Stir in salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning
- In a large bowl, combine cooked cauliflower, sour cream, cream cheese, half of the cheddar, and all the mozzarella. Mix until combined
- Fold in the seasoned ground beef mixture
- Pour everything into the casserole dish and top with remaining cheddar cheese
- Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving
Notes
- Substitute cauliflower with broccoli or zucchini for variety
- Use ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option
- Add chopped spinach or kale for extra nutrients
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days
Nutrition
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
