Description
This keto cheeseburger casserole with lettuce cups packs all the flavors of a juicy cheeseburger without the bun. With layers of bacon, ground beef, pickles, tomatoes, cheddar, and a creamy egg topping, it’s cheesy, hearty, and perfect for a low-carb dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 oz bacon, diced
- 2 lbs ground beef or ground turkey
- 4 dill pickles, finely chopped
- 4 (8 oz each) tomatoes, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 cups (16 oz) shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 eggs
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 4 tbsp unsweetened tomato sauce
- For serving: crisp lettuce leaves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
- In a large skillet, cook diced bacon until crisp. Remove and set aside, leaving some drippings in the pan.
- Add ground beef (or turkey) and garlic to the skillet. Cook until browned and season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, pickles, and half the cooked bacon. Cook for 2–3 minutes.
- Transfer mixture to the prepared casserole dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle with 3 cups of shredded cheddar.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, and tomato sauce. Pour evenly over the meat mixture.
- Top with remaining cheddar cheese and bacon.
- Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, until golden and set in the center.
- Let cool slightly before serving with crisp lettuce cups for scooping or wrapping.
Notes
- Ground turkey can be used for a leaner version.
- Swap cheddar for mozzarella or a Mexican blend for a different flavor profile.
- Add sautéed onions, mushrooms, or jalapeños for extra depth.
- Leftovers reheat well and can be portioned for meal prep.
- Serve with keto-friendly condiments like sugar-free ketchup or mustard.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
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