Keto Tex-Mex Casserole

45 mins
6 servings
Medium
Keto Tex-Mex Casserole with cheese and peppers
About This Recipe

This hearty Keto Tex-Mex Casserole combines all your favorite Mexican flavors in one delicious, low-carb dish. Packed with ground beef, cheese, peppers, and spices, it's perfect for meal prep and family dinners. Each serving is loaded with protein and healthy fats while keeping carbs minimal.

Instructions
  1. 1Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. 2In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Add onions and bell peppers, cook until softened.
  3. 3Add garlic, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. 4Stir in diced tomatoes and let simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  5. 5Layer half the meat mixture in the baking dish, top with half the cheese. Repeat layers.
  6. 6Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Pro Tips
  • • Use 80/20 ground beef for the best flavor and fat content
  • • Add jalapeños for extra heat
  • • Top with sour cream and avocado when serving
  • • Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days
Ingredients
  • Ground beef2 lbs
  • Onion, diced1 medium
  • Bell peppers, diced2
  • Garlic, minced3 cloves
  • Diced tomatoes1 can
  • Cheddar cheese, shredded2 cups
  • Cumin1 tsp
  • Chili powder1 tsp
  • Paprika1 tsp
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories420
Fat32g
Protein28g
Net Carbs5g
Fiber2g