Description
This Keto Tater Tot Casserole is a delicious low-carb twist on a classic favorite. Creamy and cheesy, with a savory beef filling and crispy cauliflower tots topping, it’s a satisfying and indulgent meal that’s perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Beef Filling:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Topping:
- 1 (12 oz) bag frozen cauliflower tots (low-carb/keto-friendly variety)
- Chopped parsley or green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×9-inch or 8×11-inch casserole dish.
- Cook the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and onion until browned. Add garlic and cook for another 1–2 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
- Prepare the Filling: Reduce heat to low and stir in cream cheese until melted. Add sour cream, heavy cream, 1 cup of cheddar, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until creamy.
- Assemble the Casserole: Spread the beef mixture in the casserole dish. Top with frozen cauliflower tots in a single layer.
- Bake: Bake for 30–35 minutes until tots are golden. Sprinkle remaining cheddar on top and bake for 5 more minutes.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley or green onions. Serve warm.
Notes
- For added flavor, stir in cooked bacon or chopped green chiles.
- Adjust spice level with cayenne or hot sauce.
- Check carb content on cauliflower tots for keto compliance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
