Description
Keto Taco Casserole Cheesy is a low-carb, delicious meal that combines ground beef, riced cauliflower, and cheese for a satisfying twist on traditional tacos.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (85% lean)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper (red or green), diced
- 3 cups riced cauliflower (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
- 2 tablespoons sugar-free taco seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Sliced green onions (optional)
- Chopped cilantro (optional)
- Diced avocado (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and diced bell pepper, sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
- Add Garlic: Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Brown Ground Beef: Add ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, approximately 5 to 6 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Season Mixture: Stir in taco seasoning, salt, pepper, and drained diced tomatoes with green chilies. Cook for 2 minutes to meld flavors.
- Add Cauliflower Rice: Add riced cauliflower to the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until just tender. Remove from heat.
- Incorporate Cheese and Sour Cream: Stir in half of the combined cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, and the sour cream until thoroughly combined.
- Transfer to Casserole Dish: Pour the mixture into a greased 9 by 13-inch casserole dish. Sprinkle remaining cheeses evenly over the top.
- Bake Casserole: Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool and Garnish: Let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with green onions, cilantro, and avocado if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- Customize with your favorite toppings.
- Use low-fat cheese for a lighter option.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg