Keto Beef and Zucchini Casserole

This Keto Beef and Zucchini Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish, perfect for a family dinner while keeping carbs in check. Packed with flavorful ground beef, fresh zucchini, and a cheesy topping, it's both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Ground beef - 300 grams
• Zucchini - 2 medium (approximately 300 grams)
• Cheddar cheese - 100 grams, shredded
• Cream cheese - 50 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and oregano.
4. While the beef is cooking, slice the zucchini into thin rounds.
5. Once the beef is cooked, reduce the heat to low and stir in the cream cheese until well combined and creamy.
6. In a greased baking dish, layer half of the zucchini slices at the bottom. Spread the beef mixture evenly over the zucchini, then layer the remaining zucchini on top.
7. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the casserole.
8. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
10. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 36 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.
• Rich in protein, which helps in muscle building and repair.

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