This Low Carb Taco Casserole proves you don’t need carbs to enjoy all the bold, satisfying flavors of taco night. Seasoned ground beef combines with cauliflower rice that absorbs all those delicious taco spices, while sautéed bell peppers and onions add sweetness and texture. Topped with melted cheddar cheese and finished with cooling sour cream and briny black olives, it delivers every element of a great taco in one easy casserole format—making this perfect for meal prep, family dinners, or anyone following a low-carb lifestyle without sacrificing flavor.
Low Carb Taco Casserole
Recipe by Daily Disher
Low Carb Taco Casserole features seasoned ground beef with cauliflower rice, bell peppers, and onions, topped with melted cheddar cheese, salsa, sour cream, and black olives.
Course: Main
/Cuisine: Mexican
/Difficulty: Easy
Servings
6
Prep time
15 minutes
Cooking time
30 minutes
Calories
400 kcal
45 minutes
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1 packet taco seasoning
2 cups cauliflower rice
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup salsa
½ cup sour cream
1 large bell pepper, chopped
½ medium onion, chopped
¼ cup sliced black olives
Directions
1.
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a baking dish with a little oil or non-stick spray.
2.
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned and fully cooked, about 7-8 minutes.
3.
Stir in the taco seasoning and a splash of water, mixing well to coat the beef evenly with the spices.
4.
Add the chopped bell pepper and onion to the skillet, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5.
Stir in the cauliflower rice and salsa, mixing everything together until well combined and heated through.
6.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly using a spatula.
7.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole mixture in the dish.
8.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly on top.
9.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving with sour cream and sliced black olives on top.
Nutrition Facts
Total number of serves:
4 servings
Calories:
400kcal
Cholesterol:
0mg
Sodium:
620mg
Potassium:
400mg
Sugar:
8g
Protein:
6g
Calcium:
60mg
Iron:
2mg
