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27 Easy Carb Keto Ground Beef Recipes!

June 3, 2019 by Denise 20 Comments

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Ground beef is a low carb dieter’s best friend. It’s inexpensive, tasty and goes great in a lot of keto dishes. I’ve gathered 27 of the best low carb keto ground beef recipes so you will never have to worry what to make for dinner. Check them out! This post is sponsored by the Certified Angus Beef ® brand in conjunction with a social media campaign through Sunday Supper LLC. All opinions are my own. 

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I always have ground beef in my freezer just in case I don’t have anything in mind for dinner. With this list you can take that pound or two of ground beef and make a keto casserole or maybe a low carb hamburger.

But did you know you can make meat bagels and meat crackers too? Scroll to the bottom to see how.

What Kind Of Ground Beef To Use?

When I shop at Giant Eagle, I always check to see if they have  Certified Angus Beef® ground beef on sale. I feel that this is the best quality of beef and Giant Eagle has a large selection to choose from. 

I usually buy the 85% ground beef because I want some fat for flavor but not too much excess grease.

If you have a preference for a fattier meat, just drain some of the grease out and if you want to use a leaner beef, you may need to add a bit more oil to some of these recipes. 

Why Ground Beef Is Great On A Keto Diet.

I love ground beef for keto recipes for 3 reasons. It is :

  1. Inexpensive – You can buy hamburger meat just about anywhere and it doesn’t break your budget. Sometimes I buy large quantities of ground beef when it’s on sale and freeze it in 1lb servings.
  2. Tasty – I flavor my ground beef in many different ways. On burgers I love to use steak seasoning, taco seasoning, Italian seasonings, etc. I just depends on the recipe. But you always have the meaty taste that goes great with vegetables, cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles etc. 
  3. Versatile –  Below you will see how versatile hamburger meat is. It’s a good way to add protein and fat when on a keto diet and it has 0 carbs. I use it in soups, salads, casseroles, burgers, pastas, stir fries and more. 

Now Our 27 Easy Keto Ground Beef Recipes!

I’ve broken out these recipes into casseroles, burgers, skillet dinner, meatballs, soups & salads and misc ground beef recipes. I hope you enjoy them and please comment below if you have any questions.

Keto Ground Beef Casseroles

These are some of my favorite kind of keto recipes - casseroles. These are pure comfort food and usually quite easy to make. I like to make double batches so I can freeze some for a low carb lunch.

Keto Ground Beef Casserole - easy low carb comfort food!

This keto ground beef casserole recipe is an easy and tasty one pan dinner the whole family will love. Savory ground beef, marinara and a variety of cheese make for a tasty low carb dinner with just 3.2g net carbs. Freeze leftovers of this hamburger casserole for a quick keto lunch!

Low Carb Cheeseburger & Cauliflower Cauliflower

This low carb cheeseburger & cauliflower casserole is pure comfort food. Freeze individual servings for a quick low carb lunch. Only 1.9g net carbs per serving.

Slow Cooker Low Carb Mexican Casserole  

This slow cooker low carb Mexican casserole needs only 6 ingredients. It's cheesy, creamy and full of those spicy Mexican flavors. Each serving is only 6.2g net carbs. This low carb Mexican casserole can be made in the Instant Pot too!

Keto Hamburger Recipes

While you can make a burger out of just about anything, ground beef is the best. Keto burgers are an easy low carb dinner that the whole family will enjoy. Even a plain burger with a tasty slice of cheese on top is a treat. And what about bacon?!

Keto Butter Burgers and Air Fryer Onion Straws 

These keto butter burgers are so tasty as is but topped with low carb onion straws and pickled jalapeños they go to another level. One burger with cheese and onion straws is 3.3g net carbs. Add a slice or two of bacon and really make it decadent.

Keto Cheddar Stuffed Taco Burger Recipe 

This keto cheddar stuffed taco burger is a delicious change from your everyday burger. Customize with all your favorite taco toppings. Each taco burger is 1.2g net carbs without toppings.

Keto Ground Beef Skillet Dinners

Ground beef skillet dinners are almost like a casserole that you make on the stove instead of the oven. These are definitely one pan meals perfect for a weeknight family dinner.

Burgers & Gruyere Mushroom Sauce (low carb)

These burgers & gruyere mushroom sauce is a delicious low carb dinner you can have any day of the week. Only 4.8g net carbs per huge serving.

Low Carb Stuffed PIzza Burgers

The whole family will love these low carb stuffed pizza burgers! Stuffed with cheese and topped with sauce and more cheese! Who wouldn’t love that? Only 3.6g net carbs per burger.

Easy Low Carb Sloppy Joes on Gluten Free Cheese Waffle Bread

You can mix these low carb sloppy joes up in little time and can eat them with these cheesy low carb waffles as bread! An easy and fun low carb family dinner and each serving is 4.4g net carbs.

Low Carb Cheesesteak Skillet using Ground Beef in only 30 minutes!

Eat this skillet cheesesteak skillet dinner as is, on top a salad or even on a roll for those not counting carbs. Each serving only has only 3.9g net carbs

Keto Ground Beef and Broccoli Recipe

This easy keto ground beef and broccoli recipe is not only delicious but you can make it in 15 minutes! Just add some cauliflower rice and you have a great low carb weeknight meal. Only 5.1g net carbs per serving.

Low Carb Zucchini Ground Beef Casserole

f you are looking for an easy and tasty dinner you should try this low carb zucchini ground beef casserole. It’s a mixture of cheesy zucchini noodles with a creamy tomato hamburger sauce. Pure keto comfort food that takes less than 30 minutes and has only 4.5g net carbs.

Keto Ground Beef Meatballs

Meatballs are another great way to make a low carb dinner with ground beef. There are so many ways you can flavor them besides your usual Italian style meatballs.

Low Carb Mongolian Beef Meatballs

These will satisfy your craving for takeout food. Eat over cauliflower rice or take to your next party as a low carb appetizer. One serving of 8 meatballs is just 1.9g net carbs.

Low Carb Middle Eastern Meatballs - delicious low carb appetizer or meal!

These low carb Middle Eastern meatballs taste like kibbeh using cauliflower instead of cracked wheat. A deliciously different appetizer or main dish. Each meatball has only 0.5g net carbs and is Paleo too!

Low Carb Meatball Stroganoff

This is a delicious dish to top zucchini noodles. Creamy mushroom sauce over beefy meatballs, you can even eat these as is or as an appetizer. One serving is 5.8g net carbs.

Keto Soups and Salads using Ground Beef

Using ground beef in a soup can add so much flavor and texture but ground beef is also great on salads. Here are few low carb salads and soup to try.

Low Carb Big Mac Salad - keto cheeseburger salad with special sauce!

This low carb Big Mac Salad is so delicious you won’t miss the bun! You can make this in minutes and it’s very, very filling. Only 4.8g net carbs for the whole salad!

Tasty Low Carb Taco Soup - A big pot in 30 minutes!

This soup is great to have on hand when dieting. Easy to make in just 30 minutes and freezes great! Only 5.4g net carbs per serving.

Low Carb Taco Cobb Salad with Homemade Ranch Dressing Mix

This taco cobb salad is the perfect low carb lunch or dinner. The only thing that makes it better is the homemade ranch dressing! This whole salad is only 6.9g net carbs.

Cheesesteak Salad with Parmesan Dressing - a tasty low carb dinner salad!

This salad is the answer to your cheesesteak cravings and it’s easy to make. The savory meat mixture over crunchy and cool lettuce is topped with a creamy Parmesan dressing. Only 5.3g per serving.

Bacon Blue Cheeseburger Salad - Easy Low Carb Dinner Salad

When you’re craving a burger but not the carbs try this salad. Even if you aren’t counting carbs, this burger salad is yum! Only 6.9g net carbs.

Easy Keto Cheeseburger Soup - Low Carb Meal in a Bowl!

This easy keto cheeseburger soup has all the makings and taste of a cheeseburger but in a lighter, low carb soup. Top it off with some crumbled bacon and cheddar cheese to make a low carb meal the whole family will love. This hearty soup uses cauliflower cream to make it creamy and it’s so easy to make. Each serving has only 5.0g net carbs.

Misc Keto Ground Beef Recipes

Here are a few creative and delicious ways to use ground beef.

Middle Eastern Cauliflower Rice Pilaf (low carb)

This Middle Eastern cauliflower rice pilaf is a delicious low carb dinner or lunch that takes little time to make but is full of flavor. Only 20 minutes to make and 3.1g net carbs per serving.

Bacon Cheeseburger Waffles (Low Carb) 

These low carb savory waffles are a fun and tasty meal. Dip in aioli, ketchup or whatever you would top your burger. Only 1.1 net carbs per waffle.

Freezer Low Carb Lunch Mexican Cauliflower Rice

A great low carb lunch from your freezer – Mexican cauliflower rice. Make in one pan and freeze for later. Easy, healthy and tasty low carb lunch. Each serving is 5.1g net carbs.

Low Carb Mexican Meatloaf - Ordinary Meatloaf Kicked up a Notch!

This meatloaf is based n my mother’s chili. It’s a delicious change from everyday meatloaf and is grain free. Each serving has only 3.9g net carbs and it’s very easy to make!

Low Carb Meatloaf Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms 

You are going to love these meatloaf stuffed portobello mushrooms. These mushrooms are a delicious low carb dinner that you can eat or freeze for later and they are only 4.5g net carbs each!

Low Carb Gyro Burger

This low carb gyro burger is not only delicious, it’s a lot of fun to eat. Skip the pita, have a meat bagel instead. Two gyro patties are just 4.3g net carbs.

Low Carb Gyro Meat Crackers (Paleo)

These low carb gyro meat crackers are super easy to make and a delicious Paleo snack. Only 0.9g net carbs for 10 small crackers. Great on salads too!

Meat Stuffed Artichokes (low carb)

These meat stuffed artichokes are a delicious low carb dinner. The meat stuffing has mediterranean flavors of cinnamon and lemon with crunchy pine nuts. Enjoy artichokes in season with this easy dinner. One stuffed artichoke is 6.1g net carbs.

Low Carb Bacon Cheeseburger Frittata

This is a fun way to eat your burger without the bun! But the flavor is all there and it’s only 1.3g net carbs per slice.

Low Carb Mini Mexican Meatza 

This recipe is delicious for lunch or dinner. Think taco meets burger meets pizza. Low carb and super tasty! Each serving is 5.5g net carbs.

Low Carb Bacon Hamburger Dip with Cheese Crisps

If you are looking for a fun keto snack for your next party, try this low carb bacon hamburger dip! Using cheese crisps to dip with, you can have your cheeseburger without the bun!


Well I hope you give some of these 27 easy keto ground beef recipes a try. Regardless if you are on a keto diet or not, I think your family will enjoy them as much as mine did!

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By the way  you might want to check this  Certified Angus Beef® Kitchen Facebook group to learn some great beef tips and recipes. It really helped me to make my first prime rib! For more information about Certified Angus Beef ® brandfollow them on their Social Media Platforms: Facebook | Pinterest | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter

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Comments

  1. Julie

    June 10, 2019 at 10:44 am

    What a great roundup! While we’re not keto, we do watch our carbs and these recipes are perfect. I’m especially drooling over those stuffed artichokes!

    Reply
  2. Markus Mueller

    June 10, 2019 at 5:21 am

    i don’t eat keto, but i would still try any of these recipes! We eat way less carbs then we used to and focus on eating more ‘real’ whole foods. This is great as the list is a perfect list of supper ideas for a busy week!

    Reply
  3. Charity

    June 09, 2019 at 9:46 pm

    Great list of recipes! I’m especially loving those stuffed artichokes! Lots of ideas to add to my menu plan!

    Reply
  4. Daniela

    June 09, 2019 at 6:15 pm

    What a fun roundup!!! My new go to spot for all my ground beef recipe needs :)!

    Reply
  5. Natalie

    June 09, 2019 at 5:56 pm

    This is exactly what I need. I always looking ways to make something new with ground beef and having hard time finding good recipes on internet. I’m saving this. Everything looks so delicious and family friendly.

    Reply
  6. Jagruti Dhanecha

    June 09, 2019 at 3:52 pm

    Wow..so many recipes to choose from, sharing with one of my friend who recently started a keto diet.

    Reply
  7. Jacquelyn Hastert

    June 09, 2019 at 2:28 pm

    Simple, affordable, and delicious! Keto dinners don’t get much tastier than this.

    Reply
  8. Jennifer Tammy

    June 09, 2019 at 1:50 pm

    Yes! I just picked up a bunch of ground beef on sale and froze it so this low carb beef round-up is perfect timing for us!

    Reply
  9. Jennifer Tammy

    June 09, 2019 at 1:49 pm

    Keto Philly Cheesesteak Skillet is a staple in our house (one of the few ways I can get my daughter to eat peppers). I have to try those burgers & gruyere mushroom sauce next!

    Reply
  10. Des

    June 09, 2019 at 1:34 pm

    What a great round-up of delicious keto recipes! Even better that ground beef is on sale this week for us.

    Reply
  11. Kushigalu

    June 09, 2019 at 10:13 am

    So many amazing recipes here. I would definitely love to try some of them. Pinned. Thank you so much for sharing. My family would love them.

    Reply
  12. Sam | Ahead of Thyme

    June 08, 2019 at 7:11 pm

    Wow so many amazing options here!! I am especially excited to try those casseroles. They look so cheezy and comforting.

    Reply
  13. Kate

    June 08, 2019 at 11:00 am

    Ok all of these recipes look amazing! And a gyro cracker?! That sounds amazing, will have to try!

    Reply
  14. Michelle

    June 07, 2019 at 11:41 am

    Wow what a great round up! My friend just started on her keto diet so I’m going to send this over to her, she’s going to love this!

    Reply
    • Denise

      June 08, 2019 at 11:33 am

      Thanks Michelle! I’m sure she’ll find some thing good here!

      Reply
  15. Patty @ Spoonabilities

    June 03, 2019 at 2:33 pm

    I am definitely trying the Italian casserole recipe! Yummy! Looks delicious!

    Reply
  16. Dannii

    June 03, 2019 at 2:15 pm

    So much great choice here. I bet my husband would love all of these.

    Reply
  17. Noelle

    June 03, 2019 at 2:01 pm

    Sooo many great ideas in this post! Thank you!!!

    Reply
  18. Sophie

    June 03, 2019 at 1:00 pm

    Always love low-carb Keto meals. It’s the healthiest eating for weight loss.

    Reply
  19. Caroline

    June 03, 2019 at 12:44 pm

    Ground beef isn’t actually something I use all that often, for whatever reason, but I love the variety of ideas here. So many tasty choices!

    Reply

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