Description
Ultimate Low Carb Taco Casserole Recipe with Cheesy Goodness
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 ounces Frozen Cauliflower Rice
- 2–3 Tablespoons Oil
- 2 Lbs Ground Beef
- 1 Small Red Bell Pepper – seeded chopped
- 1 Small White Onion – chopped
- 4 Tablespoons Taco Seasoning
- 1 Tablespoon Tomato Paste
- 1/2 Cup Water
- 3 Cups Shredded Colby/Jack Cheese
- 1 Cup Sour Cream
- Toppings:
- Chopped Lettuce
- Chopped Tomato
- Sliced Black Olives
- Avocado/Guac
- Cilantro
- Sliced Jalapeno
- Salsa – Hot Sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and cook the frozen cauliflower rice according to package directions. Drain thoroughly and set aside—getting excess moisture out prevents a watery casserole.
- Heat 2-3 tablespoons of oil in a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and red bell pepper, cooking for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften and develop light golden edges.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is completely browned and no pink remains.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and tomato paste, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the water and mix everything together until the seasonings are evenly distributed.
- Fold the cooked cauliflower rice into the beef mixture, stirring gently to combine. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Mix in the sour cream until everything is evenly coated, then top with the shredded Colby/Jack cheese in an even layer.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown on top. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve hot with your choice of fresh toppings arranged in small bowls.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Low Carb Taco Casserole