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Taco Casserole Bake

This bubbly casserole layers taco-seasoned beef, fluffy cauliflower rice, tangy salsa, and a thick blanket of melted cheese — capturing all the flavor of tacos without the tortillas.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 340kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20) sub: ground turkey or pork
  • 3 cups cauliflower rice fresh or frozen; sub: broccoli rice
  • 1 cup sugar-free salsa sub: diced tomatoes + taco seasoning
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar & Monterey Jack sub: pepper Jack or mozzarella
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning low-carb; sub: chili powder + cumin + paprika
  • 1 tbsp olive oil sub: avocado oil
  • Optional: sliced olives diced bell pepper, cilantro

Instructions

  • Brown Beef: Heat oil in skillet over medium; cook beef until no longer pink. Drain fat, stir in taco seasoning.
  • Combine Base: Add cauliflower rice and salsa; simmer 3 min to reduce moisture.
  • Layer: Spread mixture in greased 8×8-in baking dish. Top evenly with cheese (plus olives or peppers if using).
  • Bake: 375°F (190°C) for 20 min until cheese is bubbly and edges brown. Rest 5 min, garnish with cilantro, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 340kcal | Protein: 22g | Fat: 24g
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