Keto Taco Casserole

Keto Taco Casserole Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6

Nutrition (per serving):

• Calories: 350
• Total Fat: 25g
• Saturated Fat: 11g
• Cholesterol: 100mg
• Sodium: 650mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 6g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 2g
• Protein: 24g

Please keep in mind that nutritional values are estimates and may vary depending on the specific items utilized.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 packet (1.25 ounces) taco seasoning mix (make sure it’s low-carb)
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 1/2 cups shredded lettuce
• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
• 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Cooking spray

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until it’s browned and cooked through, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
3. Add Onion and Garlic: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the cooked beef. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until the onion is transparent and fragrant.
4. Season with Taco Mix: Sprinkle the taco seasoning mix over the beef and onion mixture. Stir well to combine. Add the water and simmer for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat.
5. Prepare the Casserole Dish: Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
6. Layer the Casserole: Spread the beef and onion mixture evenly in the bottom of the baking dish.
7. Create Sour Cream Layer: In a small bowl, combine the sour cream and mayonnaise. Spread this mixture evenly over the beef layer.
8. Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the sour cream layer.
9. Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
10. Garnish and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, sliced jalapeños, and chopped cilantro if desired.
11. Serve: Slice the casserole into portions and serve while it’s still hot.
12. Enjoy Your Keto Taco Casserole!

Tips:

• You can customize this casserole by adding other low-carb toppings like avocado slices or diced red bell peppers.
• For a leaner version, use ground turkey or chicken for the beef.
• To make it even spicier, consider adding some crushed red pepper flakes to the beef mixture.
• This casserole is great for meal prep. Simply portion it into containers and reheat for quick and easy keto-friendly lunches or dinners throughout the week.

Enjoy your delicious Keto Taco Casserole that’s both low in carbs and packed with flavor!