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prep time
20 min
cook time
35 min
ready time
55 min
Keto Budget-Friendly Cheeseburger Casserole
An authentic cheeseburger flavor - but completely Keto-friendly and suitable for your low carb diet! This recipe is a true keeper and crowd-pleaser. It is a simple and budget-friendly meal option for the entire family. Easy Keto cheeseburger casserole is our favorite budget Keto alternative to a classic cheeseburger that will keep you full for hours, and you won't have to worry about too many carbs. You can serve the casserole as it is or with some lettuce, pickles, or tomatoes for a true cheeseburger experience.
Can I prepare this in advance?
Although it's best served directly from the oven, you can prepare this casserole in advance and simply heat a piece in a microwave when ready to serve.
How to store the leftovers?
Cool the casserole to room temperature and wrap the baking dish with plastic wrap. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days. Alternatively, transfer to air-tight containers and freeze for up to 6 months.
Net Carbs
2.9 g
Fiber
1.5 g
Total Carbs
4.7 g
Protein
28.4 g
Fats
29.1 g
394 cals
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Ingredients
Cauliflower
12 oz
Ground beef
1 lb
Cheddar cheese
1.5 cup, shredded
Heavy cream
0.5 cup
Salt
0.5 tsp
Black pepper
0.5 tsp
Keto Tomato Ketchup
1 oz
Mustard
1 tbsp
Butter
2 tbsp
Recipe Steps
steps 7
55 min
Step 1
Cut the cauliflower into small florets. Add to a food processor. Process until it resembles rice.Step 2
Melt one tablespoon of butter in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the cauliflower and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well and cook for 8-10 minutes.Step 3
Add the heavy cream and half of the shredded cheddar. Stir all well and reduce the heat to low. Continue to cook for 3-4 minutes or until the cheese has melted.Step 4
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish (13x7 inch). Using a wooden spoon or a spatula, spread the cauliflower mixture as evenly as possible. Set aside.Step 5
Melt the remaining butter over medium heat. Add the ground beef and season with salt and pepper. Mix well and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.Step 6
Preheat the oven to 400°F/200°C. Spread the meat evenly over the cauliflower layer. Top with the remaining cheddar. Drizzle ketchup and mustard over everything and bake for 10 minutes.Step 7
When done, remove from the oven and cool for 10 minutes before serving. Cut into six equal pieces and optionally serve with some more sugar-free ketchup. Serve immediately.
Comments
OutstandingRadish470673 11 days ago
Yum! This was sooo good. The portion size was perfect. I paired it with a green salad. A definite keeper & make again.
UpbeatAvocado477560 17 days ago
This is so yummy! It’s very filling as well.
OutstandingArugula170633 a month ago
Yummy
Teejay2024 a month ago
Wow, like eating an old fashioned McD cheeseburger! Didn’t miss the bun! Not needed! Tastes GREAT! I used ground turkey, (vs beef) , onion flakes (seasoning) and I bought cauliflower rice in the frozen aisle, a whole lot easier! Also after baking it, I put sliced dill pickles on top. It was AWESOME TASTING!!! JUST AWESOME,🤩! Hubby said “it’s a KEEPER!”. 👍🏽😂
ThePhoenix1776 22 days ago
The pre riced cauliflower and pickles are awesome suggestions! Thank you for those tips!
UnbelievableAvocado974945 a month ago
Was it watery at all from the frozen riced cauliflower? Was the serving filling?
Daaz89 a month ago
Too much pepper for my family. Next time we make it will be just a dash of pepper. Easy to make and tasty.
Miessessiessessippi a month ago
I made this recipe for the first time and loved the results. I added lettuce and tomatoes along with the mustard and ketchup and it tasted a lot like a cheeseburger. I think it could be done with a lot of variations, avocado, bacon, pickles, mayo. It is also a quick and very easy dinner. Will be adding to my regular rotation for sure.
FantasticAvocado660994 2 months ago
This recipe is amazingly delicious! Felt like comfort food, which I was in desperate need of 😄. I sautéed 1/4 of onion and 1 clove garlic (chopped) prior to the ground beef and drained the beef; otherwise followed the recipe. I will be making this often!
Cathoun44 3 months ago
Wow!! Very yummy! 🤤🤩👌
FantasticKale647488 3 months ago
I really liked this, it was tasty and easy to do. Cooked the beef in onion powder, garlic powder and smoked paprika, with diced onions, and topped with gherkins before the cheese. Used Heinz no sugar & salt ketchup.
BigFuzzyKiwis 3 months ago
I did a mock to this and used left over taco seasoned beef and Mexican mix cheese very good and throw a dallop of sour cream it's chefs kiss
Teejay2024 a month ago
What a GREAT IDEA for Cinco da Mayo time when it comes up! 👍🏽🎉
StellarRadish674414 3 months ago
I didn’t use Ketchup or mustard. But add a sautéed mushrooms and onions. And cooked bacon on top. Best meal ever
BeverlyB524 4 months ago
Would it be out of the question to add bacon? Or would that sabotage the meal?
Daaz89 a month ago
Bacon adds more fat not carbs so it depends on how much fat you took in during the entire day of the bacon wouldn’t be a problem.
Gemini3162 4 months ago
I see nothing wrong with adding bacon - it's good with just about everything! LOL
MarvellousAvocado997972 4 months ago
Bacon would be a great addition.
Scottyw.rcp50 4 months ago
I added some condenced onions and 2 tbs of Worcestershire sauce to the meat as it was cooking. Only adds 2 gms Carbs. Tasts like my grilled cheese burgers 🍔
FantasticKetone713596 6 months ago
We ate this two days in a row. So good!
RemarkableAvocado755654 6 months ago
I use no sugar added ketchup which has 2 grams of carbs per tbsp as opposed to regular ketchup which has 5 grams per tbsp.
Musclememory 6 months ago
Where is the keto catsup recipe talked about in these reviews?
FantasticAvocado660994 2 months ago
try primal kitchen brand. sold at most stores
Sammy Agar 5 months ago
Walmart
Iduna 7 months ago
Well, this wasn't my favorite, however, it is filling. As written, it has such a low carb count that I just divided into 4 servings instead of 6. The recipe did seem bland but based on other reviews I thought I would give it a try. I did add a couple ounces of diced onion to the meat and on top of the meat layer, before the cheese, I added diced gherkins to give it a real cheeseburger feel. I do recommend these alterations which add very little carbs. The best discovery from this recipe was the homemade keto ketchup. I followed the recipe from this app and it is so much better than the store bought sugar free ketchup. Because I would rather have intricate flavor over volume I'm not likely to make this again. Nonetheless I won't be throwing away the leftovers and it is definitely a serviceable and easy recipe to make.
MarvellousRadish846514 5 months ago
I’ve found Dot2Trot’s recipe on YouTube & really enjoyed it so have a look
SplendidMacadamia354859 7 months ago
It was simple and yummy!! I made it as is and the ketchup and mustard were perfect for it.
Mei Peace a year ago
Delish! Will be adding it to my favs and the meals rotation.
CUrbanus a year ago
Easy to make and absolutely delicious!
Cheriebrooke73 a year ago
This was very delicious! We did change out the ketchup for sugar free bbq. Definitely a repeat!
Yamizuma 2 years ago
I was skeptical about this. Based on the ingredients it sounded to me like it would be too bland - but it looked so good in the picture... Glad I made it as it was REALLY good. Hubby, who loathes cauliflower, loved it. Used old cheddar, added a tbsp of psyllium husk to the cauliflower cheese base, but otherwise exactly followed. I ate two servings, he ate four! Paired with a side salad.