This is cheesy high-protein taco casserole. Seasoned ground beef, juicy tomatoes, peppers, and melted cheese — a delicious low-carb comfort meal that’s easy to make and perfect for family dinners!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Melty cheese and colorful layers
- High protein from ground beef and cheese
- One-pan recipe with easy cleanup
- Great for meal prep or weeknight dinners
- Low carb and sugar-free
Ingredients (Serves 6)
- 1 ½ lbs lean ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning (sugar-free)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or no-sugar-added canned)
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (red and green)
- 1 ½ cups shredded Mexican blend or cheddar-mozzarella cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped cilantro or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 glass baking dish.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add onion and garlic; cook 2–3 minutes. Stir in taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, and peppers. Simmer 3–4 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let rest 5 minutes. Garnish if desired and serve.
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 20–25 minutes Total Time: 30–35 minutes
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~290
- Protein: 28g
- Total Carbs: 6g
- Net Carbs: 5g
- Fat: 17g
