Description
Keto Cauliflower Beef Casserole is a delicious and satisfying dish that fits perfectly into a ketogenic diet, combining tender cauliflower with savory ground beef for a hearty meal that is low in carbs and high in flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head of cauliflower, chopped into florets
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and chop the cauliflower into small florets.
- Boil the cauliflower florets in a large pot of water for 5-7 minutes until tender, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, then sauté diced onion and minced garlic until translucent.
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, draining excess fat.
- Stir in heavy cream, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper into the beef mixture and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- In a large baking dish, layer the cooked cauliflower at the bottom, then pour the beef mixture over it.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and bake the casserole for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving, garnishing with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Choose a fresh head of cauliflower for the best texture and flavor.
- Avoid overcooking the cauliflower to prevent mushiness.
- Drain the ground beef well after cooking to reduce greasiness.
- Feel free to experiment with seasonings to suit your taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg