Description
This Keto Cabbage Casserole with Ground Beef is a simple and satisfying low carb meal perfect for busy weeknights. Loaded with wholesome ingredients, it makes an excellent keto-friendly dinner or lunch option. Enjoy hearty flavors with minimal prep work.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head of green cabbage chopped red cabbage works too
- 1 large peeled and grated carrot
- 1 pound ground beef or chicken mince for a lighter option
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese optional for dairy-free version
- 1/4 cup cream cheese optional for dairy-free version
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic minced or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 medium onion diced or 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional Crispy bacon bits for topping or parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Warm up your oven to 350°F 175°C.
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat then drain any extra fat.
- Add the chopped cabbage, grated carrot, minced garlic, and diced onion to the skillet and cook until the cabbage softens and onions turn clear.
- Stir in tomato sauce, cream cheese, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until everything melts and blends well. Add seasonings and cook gently for 5 minutes.
- Move the mixture into a casserole dish and sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the cheese is nicely browned and bubbly.
Notes
- For crisp tops, broil 2–3 minutes at the end
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: dinner, lunch, Main Course
- Method: Baked
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg