Description
A quick and filling taco casserole that is low in carbs and perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 can diced tomatoes (drained)
- 1 cup chopped onions
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup lettuce (shredded)
- Taco toppings (such as jalapenos, avocado, or cilantro)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until it is fully cooked.
- Drain the fat from the beef.
- Add the chopped onions, bell peppers, and taco seasoning to the beef and cook until the vegetables are soft.
- In a casserole dish, layer half of the beef mixture.
- Add half of the cheese on top of the beef layer.
- Spread the drained diced tomatoes over the cheese.
- Repeat with the remaining beef mixture.
- Top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the cheese melts and bubbles.
- Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit a few minutes.
- Serve with shredded lettuce and your favorite taco toppings.
Notes
Use extra lean ground beef or substitute with ground turkey for a healthier option. You can also stir in riced cauliflower for added bulk without extra carbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: taco casserole, low carb, easy dinner, weeknight meal