Keto Cheeseburger Casserole is a perfect way to enjoy a hearty ground beef dinner that’s full of flavor in every bite!
With just 5 carbs per serving and only 15 minutes of prep, this is an easy hamburger casserole that’s low carb and gluten-free, too. Your family will ask you to make this dish again and again!
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🥘 Ingredients
- lean ground beef
- olive oil
- onion powder
- garlic powder
- Dijon mustard
- sugar-free tomato paste
- salt and ground pepper
- eggs
- heavy cream
- cheddar, grated
- green beans, canned or frozen
Hands down, we can promise you that this is the best keto casserole recipe you will ever try. It’s low carb and gluten-free, but doesn’t skimp out on any flavor. In fact, our easy beef casserole is even tastier than carb-heavy choices.
I can promise you firsthand that this low carb hamburger casserole is perfect for getting kids to eat a wholesome meal. Not only is this dish full of protein, but it’s a great way to hide nutritious veggies.
Trust me, you will be asked for seconds. Every time I make this meal at home, it disappears in no time. Our cheesy hamburger casserole is a keeper!
⭐ Family Foodie Tips
- Mix in ground pork. Try mixing your ground beef with ground pork for an even more flavorful keto cheeseburger casserole. Use a mixture of 1 pound ground beef and 5 ounces ground pork.
- Double-check your tomato paste. Make sure your tomato paste is sugar-free. You can substitute it with sugar-free ketchup, as well.
- No need to thaw the green beans. If you’re using frozen green beans, you don’t need to thaw them. They will cook completely as the casserole bakes.
🥕 Cheeseburger Casserole Vegetables
For this easy keto hamburger recipe, I like to use green beans! They’re low in carbs and so tasty. Frozen or canned green beans work perfectly.
You can use other veggies, too. Try your favorites, such as:
- Cauliflower
- Broccoli
- Peas
- Carrots
Broccoli is one of my favorites to use. It’s just so delicious with the cheddar cheese!
⏲ Can this recipe be made ahead of time?
Keto burger casserole is a perfect make-ahead dinner idea. Prepare everything in the baking dish, wrap it in foil, and then save it to bake later.
👪 Serving Size
One of the best things about our hamburger casserole recipe is that it makes 8 total servings!
It’s perfect for potlucks, parties, or even giving as a gift to a friend who’s about to have a baby. Make it ahead of time, then simply pop it in the oven with plenty of leftovers to enjoy!
Can this recipe be doubled?
Yes! Use a rectangular 13×9″ baking dish and simply double the ingredients used.
Keto cheeseburger casserole is a perfect fit for parties. Since it’s a gluten-free, low carb recipe, everyone can enjoy it. We guarantee it will be a hit!
Doubling is a great way to have leftovers for the rest of the week, too. And trust me, the leftovers are amazing! My family eats them up in no time.
❄ Can you freeze cheeseburger casserole?
Yes! Prepare the dish as instructed and layer in the baking dish. You can either bake and then freeze your burger casserole, or freeze before baking.
- If freezing before baking, add an additional 15 to 20 minutes to the baking time when ready to bake.
- If freezing after baking, thaw it in the fridge overnight, then heat it back up in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes.
🥗 What to Serve with Hamburger Casserole
As this is a keto cheeseburger casserole, it pairs best with low carb side dishes like roast vegetables and cauliflower rice! Here are a few options to choose from:
- Loaded Cauliflower Rice Casserole
- Fresh Vegetable Salad with Creamy Balsamic Dressing
- Tomato Cucumber Feta Salad
- Broccoli Apple Salad
- Easy Smashed Brussels Sprouts Recipe (Gluten Free)
🥩 Keto-Friendly Recipes
If you’re looking for more low carb recipes to enjoy, we have plenty for you! Take a look at all of our low carb recipes, or start with a few of our favorites:
- Juicy Garlic Butter Steak Bites
- Starbucks Egg Bites (Keto Egg Bites)
- Grilled Picanha Steak (Sirloin Cap)
- Greek Cauliflower Rice Salad
And definitely try our Easy Garlic Butter Sauce Recipe! You will want to put this sauce on everything.
Make it Low Sodium
You can easily lower the sodium content of this dish to suit a low-sodium diet by replacing a few of the ingredients. Here’s what you should replace for a low-sodium keto cheeseburger casserole:
- Use low-sodium tomato paste instead of regular tomato paste.
- Use half the amount of cheese, so about 3/4 cup.
- Remove the salt and Dijon mustard.
This should cut the sodium down to about 155 mg. You can lower the sodium further by using a low-sodium cheese.
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📋 Recipe
Keto Cheeseburger Casserole Recipe
🍳 Equipment
- 8 x 8" baking dish
- Large skillet
🥘 Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs. ground beef lean
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil plus more for pan
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 Tbsp. sugar-free tomato paste
- 1/2 tsp. ground pepper
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cups cheddar grated
- 3 cups fresh green beans
🔪 Instructions
- Grease an 8×8″ baking dish with olive oil and set aside. Preheat your oven to 360°F. Place 1 1/2 pounds ground beef, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon tomato paste, 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper, and 1 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Stir well until combined.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet. Add the ground beef mixture and cook for about 10 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks, until it browns completely.
- Add the cooked ground beef mixture to your prepared baking dish in an even layer.
- Spread 3 cups canned or frozen green beans over the beef. If opting for a lower-sodium dish, use fresh green beans.
- In a medium bowl, beat 3 eggs. Add 1/2 cup heavy cream and a pinch of salt.Evenly pour this mixture over the meat and green beans.
- Spread 1 1/2 cups grated cheddar over the top of the beef and green bean mixture.
- Bake for 20-30 minutes, until the cheese is golden brown. Serve, and enjoy!
Notes
- You can lower the sodium content in this dish by removing the salt and Dijon mustard, using low-sodium tomato paste, and cutting the cheese in half or using low-sodium cheese.
Let us know what you think or ask a question about the recipe!