This Keto Cheesy Cabbage Casserole has a tarty flavor and tender texture. We prepare this cabbage casserole with sour cream, red pepper flakes, olive oil, ground beef, cheddar cheese, onion, cottage cheese, green cabbage, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, and green onions. This cabbage casserole contains 240 calories and seven grams of net carbs. We make this casserole in only twenty-eight minutes. This Keto Cheesy Cabbage Casserole is perfect for appetizers, parties, breakfasts, functions, lunches, gatherings, occasions, sides, and dinners. We store this cabbage casserole in the freezer for 60 days, so you can easily prepare it earlier. You can serve this cabbage casserole with grilled garlic butter chicken, cucumber yogurt dip, or roasted chicken thighs.
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STATS:
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Cook Duration: 18 mins
- Calories: 240 kcal
- Total Time: 28 mins
TOOLS:
- Casserole Dish
- Sharp Knife
- Meal Prep Containers
- Large skillet
- Cutting board
- Mixing bowl
- Baking dish
- Spatula
- Oven
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 lb Ground Beef
- One Onion
- Half a cup of sour cream
- One tsp. Onion Powder
- 1 large head of green cabbage
- One cup of cottage cheese
- One teaspoon of Garlic Powder
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese
- One tablespoon of Olive Oil
- One large Egg
TOPPINGS:
- Green onions
- Cheese, extra shredded
- Parsley, chopped
- Red pepper flakes
INGREDIENT NOTES:
CABBAGE:
- Cabbage is a main component in this casserole. We prepare this casserole with cabbage. As a replacement, you can use zucchini or cauliflower.
CHEDDAR CHEESE:
- Cheddar cheese will provide a strong flavor to this casserole. Alternate it with Colby Jack or Gouda.
GARLIC:
- Use garlic, which helps to improve the flavor of the meal. We can also use garlic powder.
GROUND BEEF:
- Ground beef gives a savory and deep flavor. Switch it out with ground lamb, chicken, or turkey.
ONIONS:
- Use onions to make this casserole mildly sweet. Alternatively, we can use onion powder, shallots, or green onions.
SOUR CREAM:
- Sour cream provides a tarty and powerful flavor. You may utilize cream cheese or high-fat Greek yogurt instead.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm the skillet with olive oil and cook the chopped cabbage till they become brown and soft, for ten minutes.
- Strain out the extra water content.
- Cook the onion and ground beef in a separate skillet till it gets a golden texture,
- Then strain out the fat content.
- Stir the garlic powder, cottage cheese, onion powder, egg, and sour cream till they are completely blended and become smoother.
- Mix the beef mixture, half the cheddar cheese, creamy sauce, and cooked cabbage in a vessel.
- Place the mixture in a dish and use the leftover cheese to garnish the surface.
- Bake till it gets a brown and bubbly texture, for thirty minutes at 190 degrees C.
- Cool it for ten minutes and then serve this casserole.
TIPS:
- You can include ground beef or cooked bacon for more protein.
- Lastly, we broil this casserole for three minutes to create a crisper surface.
- We utilize freshly shredded cheese, so it melts perfectly.
- Before baking, avoid cooking the cabbage for too long; it will become softer.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
PROTEINS:
- Grilled Garlic Butter Chicken
- Pan-Seared Salmon
- Keto Beef Steak
LIGHT PAIRINGS:
- Avocado Salad
- Cucumber Yogurt Dip
- Zucchini Noodles
COMFORT FOODS:
- Keto Meatloaf
- Roasted Chicken Thighs
- Garlic Butter Shrimp
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- We place it in a closed bowl and stock it for four days.
FREEZER:
- You can store this cabbage casserole in a closed vessel for just sixty days.
REHEAT:
- Heat the oven for twelve minutes at 350 degrees F.
FAQs:
Can I prepare a lighter version of this cabbage casserole?
- Yes, you can omit the surface cheese layer and utilize lean ground turkey and high-fat cottage cheese.
Will I prepare this Creamy Cheesy Cabbage Casserole earlier?
- Yes, you can assemble the casserole earlier, cover it tightly, chill it, and then bake it.
May I utilize red cabbage as a replacement for green?
- Yes, you can use the red cabbage, although it will provide a less sweet taste and a tender texture.
Can we use other veggies in this cabbage casserole?
- Yes, you can include zucchini, bell peppers, and more nutrients.
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NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 240kcal
Carbs: 9g
Protein: 18.9g
Fat: 14.4g
Cholesterol: 60mg
Fiber: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Sugar: 3.7g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Net Carbs: 7g
Sodium: 430mg
Serving Size: 1 cup
Saturated Fat: 4g