We all need more easy keto meals in our lives. What could be easier than these 50 delicious keto ground beef recipes?
Ground beef is probably one of the most essential keto ingredients, and I firmly believe you should always have at least a few pounds of it socked away in your freezer. And if you’re like me, you stock up every time you see a sale, because you know you can always use it.
But sometimes you get stuck in a rut, making the same old keto dinners every time.
Well, now’s your chance to break free of your ground beef boredom with this wonderful collection of recipes. From soups to casseroles to meatballs, there’s something for everyone.
Ground beef is ideal for keto diets
It has so many advantages for keto meals, and it’s a nutritional powerhouse. It’s great for essential proteins and fats, and contains a wide array of vital nutrients such as iron, B vitamins, magnesium and potassium.
It’s also rich and satisfying, and almost everyone likes it, including those picky kids.
Another huge benefit is that ground beef tends to be inexpensive compared to other cuts of beef, so it fits almost every household budget. And when you do stock up, it’s easy to store and lasts for months in the freezer.
The best keto ground beef recipes!
Knowing that we are all feeling a little stretched and uncertain right now, I thought I would gather together the best recipes I could find that utilize ground beef.
I broke them out into categories like casseroles, soups, skillets, etc, so you can easily find what you’re looking for. So many creative ways to use this easy keto ingredient!
Keto Ground Beef Casseroles
- Keto Taco Pie
- Keto Tamale Pie
- Enchilada Casserole
- Keto Shepherd’s Pie (okay so this is ground lamb but you can sub ground beef!)
- Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Pie
- Big Mac Casserole
- Sloppy Joe Casserole
- Just Like the Real Thing Lasagna
- Low Carb Stroganoff Casserole
- Keto Cheeseburger Stromboli
- Chili Dog Casserole
Keto Ground Beef Skillet Recipes
- Easy Keto Skillet Lasagna
- Cheeseburger Spaghetti Squash Skillet
- Mexican Cauliflower Rice Skillet
- Low Carb Cheesesteak Skillet
- Cabbage and Ground Beef Skillet
- Keto Unstuffed Cabbage Skillet
- Keto Picadillo
- Cauliflower Ground Beef Hash
Keto Soups and Chilis
- Keto Chili Mac and Cheese
- Keto Italian Wedding Soup
- Crockpot Chili
- Keto Stuffed Pepper Soup
- Crockpot Cabbage Roll Soup
- Instant Pot Goulash Soup
- Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Soup
Keto Meatloaf Recipes
- Keto French Onion Meatloaf
- Keto Jalapeno Cheddar Skillet Meatloaf
- Keto Slow Cooker BBQ Meatloaf
- Keto Taco Meatloaf
- Big Mac Meatloaf
- Italian Stuffed Meatloaf
- Pizza Stuffed Meatloaf
- Keto Classic Meatloaf
- Keto Meatloaf “Cupcakes”
Keto Meatball Recipes
- Cheddar Jalapeno Meatballs
- Meatballs Parmesan
- Kung Pao Meatballs
- Sweet Chili Garlic Meatballs
- Italian Slow Cooker Meatballs
- Beef Stroganoff Meatballs
- Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Meatballs
- Savory Smothered Meatballs
- Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs
- Air Fryer Taco Meatballs
Lonnie says
My family and I started doing Keto about3 months ago. I have to admit I felt a little lost and nervous about trying to come up with different ideas for meals. I am so happy to have discovered Carolyn and her amazing and helpful recipes! I get excited whenever I see a new email from her knowing that I am being blessed with a plethora of new and delicious ideas to try!
Thank You Carolyn….
Carolyn says
So glad it’s helpful!
William Thorne says
Thanks
Cheryl Glickauf Hughes says
Are there other keto product that you like? I ordered keto crusts and bagels from a site that makes a lot of low carb products and they were inedible
Carolyn says
Do you mind telling me what site? I am working on a page of recommended products to make things easier. I do have a lot I like but there are plenty of not-so-good ones too. 🙂
Martha says
Are there any keto recipes that are not so high in fat?
Carolyn says
Of course! But meatloaf typically isn’t one of them, since it’s meat, meat, and more meat. Turkey meatloaf can be lower but also you have to take care that it isn’t too dry.
Here’s a good one that’s lower in fat… https://alldayidreamaboutfood.com/keto-chicken-yakitori/
Julie says
Hi Carolyn thank you for the recipes. I was wondering do you happen to have a cookbook with the recipes in it that I might be able to purchase?
Carolyn says
I have 6 cookbooks… but not any that are just ground beef. Is that what you’re looking for?
Marcie says
New to keto. Have 75 lbs to lose and will be at my weight 28 years ago when I got married. Now that I am divorced I am really trying to get better at eating and taking care of myself. I have 15 yr old and 21 yr old so they fix what they like. Most of the time. Any suggestion let me know about what to watch for. Recipes look great!
DMarie says
Thanks Carolyn, I will be referring to this many times in the coming weeks. In my area there are several local farmers who are going above and beyond to make meat and produce available to customers, so readers, remember to check out this option!
Barb C says
Thank you for this awesome compilation of ground beef recipes. To me, ground beef is the basis for many comfort meals, which is all I’m about these days. I make your taco pie regularly because my whole family loves it. I will be making more from this list while at home with time to cook healthful meals every single day. Thank you for all you do and stay well.
Sandra says
I was just about to search online yesterday for an easy ground beef recipe when I remembered this post. I made the Low Carb Cheesesteak Skillet (over cauliflower rice) and it was very well received. Great timing…thank you!
Carolyn says
Excellent!
Susan Kohlscheen says
Thank you so much for these recipes!!! They couldn’t have come at a better time. I’m a nurse in a small community and we are getting prepared for the worst. These recipes are invaluable to me because I will be able to make so many quick and easy meals. I am fairly new to the keto lifestyle so any new ideas are certainly appreciated. Thank you so much for your amazing facebook posts. I have purchased a couple of your cookbooks and really enjoy using them. They are so informative and easy to use. Thanks again for everything you do– you are an amazing lady! I pray that you and your family stay safe.
Carolyn says
Stay safe, Susan and thanks for being on the front lines as a nurse. We are thinking of you!
Pam Rouske says
Thanks so much for the roundup! Some of these were on my “to make” list and some I haven’t seen. More time at home in the coming weeks will give me time to try many of these. Lots of wild game burger in our freezer to use up!
Dee Peterson says
Thank you for posting. My daughter found a 5 lb chub of hamburger at WinCo.(the last one) It sure is an object lesson to be thankful for what you have. Blessings
Estelle says
This is an awesome variety of recipes, thank you so much ????????
Tracy Andries says
Thanks for posting these recipes. Now if we could find any ground beef. There hasn’t been any for days here in MN. Luckily a friend’s mom raises cattle and I’m getting some soon. Will try some of these recipes.
Carolyn says
Hi Tracy… yes it seems like a lot of people stocked up on that. Remember, though, that supply chains are still in place and your local stores will stock up. The trick is to ask them when they re-stock and to be there right after.
Tracy Andries says
Stores aren’t saying when shipments are coming in because they’re having problems with hundreds of people showing up to get their “share.” It is crazy out there. ????
Carolyn says
Mine are telling us!