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Low Carb Taco Casserole

Savory Low Carb Taco Casserole for Your Family Feast

This Low Carb Taco Casserole is a delicious meal packed with comforting flavors, perfect for a healthy dinner option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 bag Frozen Cauliflower Rice Fresh cauliflower can be riced for a fresher option.
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Consider ground turkey or chicken for a lighter alternative.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper Swap with green bell pepper or jalapeño for added heat.
  • 1 White Onion Yellow onion works well too.
For Seasoning
  • 2 tbsp Taco Seasoning Feel free to use homemade seasoning.
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste Fresh diced tomatoes can also work well.
For Moisture
  • 0.5 cup Water
For Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Colby/Jack Cheese Cheddar can add a sharper taste.
  • 0.5 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt makes for a lower-calorie substitute.
For Garnishes
  • 1 Chopped Lettuce
  • 1 Diced Tomato
  • 0.5 cup Black Olives
  • 1 Avocado/Guacamole
  • 1 Cilantro
  • 1 Jalapeño
  • 1 Salsa/Hot Sauce

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Casserole Dish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your 2-quart casserole dish.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add oil, and cook the frozen cauliflower rice for 5-7 minutes until golden.
  3. In the same skillet, cook ground beef, red bell pepper, and onion for 6-8 minutes until browned.
  4. Stir in taco seasoning, tomato paste, and water; cook for 2-3 minutes until combined.
  5. Layer the beef mixture evenly over the cauliflower rice in the casserole dish.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top and bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Let it cool, then spread sour cream and add desired garnishes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customizable toppings allow you to cater to everyone's tastes, making it versatile for any family dinner.

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