35 Best Keto Ground Beef Recipes
A collection of 35 of the best Keto friendly and Low Carb recipes using ground beef. Many of these recipes can be made in under 30 minutes, which makes them perfect for a busy weeknight meal!
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Eating on a Ketogenic diet doesn’t mean you can’t have plenty of variety in your meals! Having low carb ground beef recipes on hand gives you lots of different options at your disposal, making it easy to keep things interesting and avoid having the same meals over and over.
Are There Carbs in Ground Beef?
Making Keto meals using ground beef is an excellent source of protein and healthy fat. And the best news of all is there are ZERO carbs in ground beef! I like to use grass-fed organic 85/15 beef. It is juicier and more flavorful than grain-fed beef.
Another wonderful benefit to using ground beef for dinner recipes is it freezes so well. Store several 1 pound packages in the freezer and since it thaws fairly quickly, it makes meal prep a breeze!
In this collection of Keto ground beef recipes, you’ll see how to use it in Keto beef stroganoff or other low carb beef casseroles for dinner. You’ll see an excellent Keto hamburger recipe that makes great bite size appetizers perfect for game day or any night of the week. And, if you love low carb meatballs, this roundup has you covered as well!
From taco casserole, to meatloaf, soup and even lasagna, with these healthy low carb ground beef recipes, you’ll have a different dinner every night of the week. They’re quick and easy to prepare and with this variety, you’ll never get bored of the same meals again!
Ground Beef Tips and Tricks
- Ground chuck is the juiciest and most flavorful of all the different types of ground beef. It contains 15% to 20% fat and is the perfect choice for burgers and casseroles.
- When making burgers and meatballs, dip your hands in cold water before handling the meat to keep it from sticking to your hands. Form patties and meatballs gently, to allow the juice to distribute while cooking.
- Don’t over-work the meat when making meatballs or meatloaf, instead mix all the ingredients (without the meat) in the bowl first, then add in the meat and mix just until combined. This prevents the final dish from being too tough or dense.
- When purchasing ground beef, refer to the “packaged on” date and try to either cook or freeze it within 2 days of packaging.
- Ground beef should be bright red in color with fat marbled evenly throughout.
- For freezing, I prefer to use a foodsaver bag to get all the air out first. If you don’t have a food saver, you can wrap your ground beef in heavy duty plastic wrap or freezer paper then placed in a freezer bag. For best quality, use within 4 months.
- Thaw ground beef in the refrigerator, not on the counter.
Why Choose Grass-Fed over Grain-Fed Beef
- The omega 6-3 ratios in grass-fed beef are far superior to grain-fed beef. This has numerous health benefits that you can read all about in this article.
- Compared to grain-fed, grass-fed beef contains more B-vitamins, thiamin and riboflavin.
- Grass-fed is higher in the minerals calcium, magnesium, and potassium, all of which are essential for Keto and low carb diets.
- Grass-fed beef is free of the hormones and chemicals that grain-fed cattle are fed daily.
- Beef reflects the flavor of what it’s fed. That is why regular grain-fed beef usually has a bland flavor that requires a lot of seasoning. In comparison, grass-fed beef fed from pastures will have a more rich and complex flavor.
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This Stuffed Pepper Soup, with colorful, tender veggies and tangy tomatoes, is a healthy and hearty meal loaded with classic stuffed bell pepper flavors.
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Cabbage Roll Casserole
This Cabbage Roll Casserole features tender cabbage baked in a beefy tomato sauce, topped with melted mozzarella cheese.
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Keto Salisbury Steak Meatballs
These tender and delicious Salisbury Steak Meatballs in a rich and creamy mushroom gravy are a classic comfort food turned Keto!
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Keto Meatloaf
This Keto Meatloaf recipe is incredibly moist and flavorful. And, with just a few low carb substitutions, you get to enjoy your favorite comfort food guilt free.
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Keto Taco Soup
This Keto Taco Soup is quick, easy to make and loaded with bold classic taco flavors. Savory ground beef is seasoned and simmered in a rich and creamy broth, that takes just 30 minutes from start to finish!
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Italian Spaghetti Squash Casserole
This delicious low carb Italian Spaghetti Squash Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, filled with flavorful homemade marinara, tender spaghetti squash and gooey cheese.
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Big Mac Cheeseburger Salad
That famous cheeseburger everyone knows is transformed into a delicious Big Mac Cheeseburger salad without all carbs! It even has the special sauce!
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Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole
This Keto Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole packs all the flavors of a classic Big Mac into a hearty, cheesy bake.
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Vegetable Beef Soup
This classic Vegetable Beef Soup loaded with savory, protein-rich beef and tender vegetables in a flavorful tomato-based broth, makes a hearty and comforting meal.
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Bacon Cheeseburger Bites
Adorable little mini cheeseburgers topped with bacon, lettuce, tomato, pickle and of course the homemade thousand island dressing!
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Crockpot Chili with Butternut Squash
This delicious Butternut Squash Chili is a comforting, cozy chili recipe that nourishes you with the most incredible flavor and healthy ingredients.
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Keto Beef Stroganoff Casserole
Beef Stroganoff given a Keto-style makeover! I turn this old classic into a casserole, with the same great flavor and topped with cheesy mashed cauliflower!
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Keto Taco Salad
This easy Keto Taco Salad recipe has all the mouth-watering flavors of tacos with savory taco meat, fresh veggies and creamy homemade chipotle dressing the whole family will love.
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Keto Italian Meatballs
Enjoy these Keto Italian Meatballs that are braised low and slow in a classic tomato sauce guilt-free! They're finished off baked in the oven with gooey mozzarella cheese.
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Keto Instant Pot No-Bean Chili
A quick and very easy Low Carb and Keto friendly version of chili made in the Instant Pot, without the beans, but not without great flavor!
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Easy Keto Taco Casserole
This Taco Casserole is an easy Low Carb dinner to prepare that is packed with taco flavor! Serve with all the traditional taco toppings and you won’t even miss the tortillas!
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Keto Picadillo
This hearty and healthy Keto Picadillo recipe is loaded with savory, seasoned ground beef, juicy tomatoes, and classic Cuban flavors.
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Crockpot BBQ Keto Meatballs
These mouth watering Keto BBQ meatballs are a crowd pleaser!
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Keto Zucchini Lasagna
All the flavors of lasagna made into a healthy low carb version and baked to cheesy perfection!
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Mini Taco Bites
These mini taco bites are a fun spin on tacos and make a perfect appetizer to serve at your next party!
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Italian Wedding Soup
This classic Italian Wedding Soup has tiny Italian meatballs, tender baby spinach, carrots and egg drop simmered in a flavorful broth.
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Keto Swedish Meatballs
These Swedish Meatballs are a classic comfort food in an easy to make, Low Carb and Keto friendly version!
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Taco Stuffed Avocados
Ground beef cooked with delicious Keto taco seasoning with fresh toppings stuffed in avocado, gives tacos a tasty twist you're going to love.
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Keto Chili Cheese Dog Casserole
An easy Keto and Low Carb casserole made with Instant Pot No-Bean Chili, hot dogs, cheddar cheese and a cornbread-like topping!
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Lasagna Stuffed Zucchini Boats
All the great flavors of lasagna, stuffed into a zucchini boat!
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French Onion Mozzarella-Stuffed Meatloaf
It is impressive enough to serve to company with some lovely sides. The Sauce is awesome and a must with this recipe.
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Southwest Spicy Hamburger Casserole
You can assemble this casserole ahead of time and bake just before dinner time. There is nothing fancy about this casserole however, they are convenient, easy and will feed a family or provide leftovers if there are just two of you.
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Hamburger Steak and Gravy Recipe (with Mushroom Gravy)
An easy recipe of juicy hamburger steak and gravy featuring a brown gravy recipe with onions and mushrooms. A delicious low carb meal the whole family will love.
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Keto Savory Smothered Meatballs
Keto Savory Smothered Meatballs are warm and comforting meatballs in a rich and creamy gravy with mushrooms and can be served over cauliflower mash.
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Gemista: Baked Greek Stuffed Tomatoes
This baked Greek stuffed tomatoes recipe (Gemista) makes an easy low carb dinner. Cauliflower rice and meat stuffed tomatoes are both flavorful, healthy and low carb.
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Crock Pot Taco Soup
This Crock Pot Taco Soup is made without beans, requires just 20 minutes of prep time, and is low-carb and gluten-free.
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Keto Bacon Bourbon Meatballs
A wonderful combination of bacon, beef, and bourbon. These keto bacon bourbon meatballs are delicious and create a new taste combination you’ll love!
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Instant Pot Keto Lasagna
This keto lasagna recipe is an easy skillet Instant Pot lasagna that uses napa cabbage instead of noodles. This low carb lasagna is also gluten-free!
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Instant Pot Low Carb Porcupine Meatballs
This healthy, low carb Instant Pot porcupine meatball recipe is a twist on this family classic.
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Simple Korean Beef Bulgogi
If you love authentic Korean beef, you’re going to love this easy adaptation of the traditional Bulgogi. Sugar free and simple, it makes a great meal.
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I hope these easy Keto Ground Beef Recipes have inspired you. If you have made any of them, please share with us in the comments!
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