Keto Ground Beef & Cauliflower Hash Recipe
This easy keto ground beef and cauliflower hash is a quick, low carb dinner made with simple pantry staples. Great for busy nights, meal prep, or anyone following a keto diet. Perfect as a casserole, skillet hash, or even stuffed in a low carb sandwich wrap.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop/ Oven
- Cuisine: American, Keto, Low-Carb
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef (80/20 preferred)
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1 medium head cauliflower, riced (or 4 cups frozen riced cauliflower)
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1 small onion, chopped
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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2 tbsp cream cheese
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1 tbsp olive oil or butter
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1/2 tsp paprika or smoked paprika
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Optional: bell peppers, spinach, mushrooms, taco or Italian seasoning
Instructions
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In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the oil or butter.
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Add ground beef, break it up with a spatula, and cook until browned. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
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Add chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until soft.
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Stir in the riced cauliflower. Cook for 4–5 minutes until softened.
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Add cream cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
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Mix in shredded cheddar (reserve some for topping if baking).
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Option A: Serve as a skillet hash with crispy edges.
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Option B: Transfer to a baking dish, top with cheese, and bake at 375°F for 15–20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
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Use pre-riced frozen cauliflower for a faster prep.
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Add hot sauce or chili flakes for heat.
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Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
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Great for meal prep, roux en y recipes bariatric eating, and kid-friendly keto meals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410 Sugar: 3g Sodium: 420mg Fat: 31g Saturated Fat: 14g Unsaturated Fat: 14g Trans Fat: 1g Carbohydrates: 7g Fiber: 2g Protein: 26g Cholesterol: 95mg