Description
Keto “Tatertot” Casserole is a low-carb, cheesy comfort food casserole that recreates the warm, savory flavors of traditional tater tot casserole while using cauliflower instead of potatoes and a crispy almond flour or pork rind topping. This hearty dish is packed with ground beef, melty cheddar cheese, and a rich cream sauce, making it filling, family-friendly, and perfect for keto or low-carb diets.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Base
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 for juiciness)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Vegetables
- 4 cups cauliflower florets (fresh preferred), steamed and chopped into tater tot-sized pieces
Cheese Sauce
- 4 oz cream cheese
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
Topping
- ½ cup almond flour or crushed pork rinds (for crispy topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Meat Base: Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked and browned. Add diced onion and minced garlic; cook until fragrant and soft. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat once combined.
- Cook the Cauliflower: Steam the cauliflower florets until tender but not mushy. Chop into smaller pieces about the size of tater tots to mimic the classic texture.
- Make the Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan, gently warm the heavy cream and cream cheese, stirring until smooth and creamy. Gradually add shredded cheddar cheese, stirring constantly to create a velvety cheese sauce.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the browned meat, chopped cauliflower, and cheese sauce until everything is evenly coated and combined well.
- Assemble and Bake: Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Evenly sprinkle the almond flour or crushed pork rind topping over the surface for a crunchy crust. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes or until bubbly and golden on top.
Notes
- Use fresh cauliflower instead of frozen to avoid watery texture.
- Do not overcook cauliflower; it should be slightly firm for the right bite.
- Opt for full-fat cheeses for better melt and creaminess.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes after baking to set properly.
- Customize the topping by mixing almond flour with Parmesan cheese for extra flavor and crispiness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg