Beef and Cauliflower Rice Casserole
A flavorful and healthy casserole combining ground beef, cauliflower rice, and cheese, baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Meat
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 cups cauliflower rice (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup onion, chopped
- 0.5 cup green peas (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- to taste Salt and pepper
Garnish
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook onion and garlic until softened (~3 min).
- Add ground beef, season with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper; cook until browned (~6-8 min).
- Stir in cauliflower rice and cook until tender (~5-7 min).
- If using, add green peas and cook for 2-3 minutes. Transfer mixture to baking dish, top with cheese, and bake at 375°F for 10-15 min until bubbly. Garnish with cilantro before serving.
Notes
For a lower sodium version, reduce salt and use low-sodium ingredients.