Cheesy Ground Beef and Broccoli: A Quick Keto Comfort Meal

This Cheesy Ground Beef and Broccoli recipe is a quick and delicious low-carb dish perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Keto

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Meat Base

1 lb Ground Beef Main protein source, can substitute with turkey
1 tsp Salt Enhances flavor
1 tsp Pepper Fresh ground works best

For Cooking

3 tbsp Oil Olive oil for browning meat and veggies

For the Vegetables

1.5 lbs Fresh Broccoli Provides essential nutrients
4 cloves Garlic Grated

For Seasoning

1 tbsp Dried Italian Seasoning Adds herbal flavor
1 pinch Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat

For the Cheesy Top

4 oz Colby-Jack Cheese Grated for creamy richness
Chopped Parsley Optional garnish

Equipment

5-quart pot

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a large pot, heat over medium heat and season ground beef with salt and pepper. Brown for about 6-8 minutes.
Increase to medium-high heat and add olive oil. Sauté fresh broccoli for about 5-7 minutes until tender.
Stir in grated garlic and dried Italian seasoning. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Mix in browned ground beef and cook for another 2 minutes.
Remove from heat and sprinkle grated Colby-Jack cheese on top. Cover and let sit for 3-5 minutes to melt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 36gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This recipe reheats well, store in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Can be customized with your favorite vegetables.

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