7 Low-Carb Ground Beef Recipes For Your Weekly Meal Prep

7 Low-Carb Ground Beef Recipes For Your Weekly Meal Prep

Whether you’re cutting or bulking, there are plenty of low-carb ground beef recipes you can try out. Among other benefits, Beef is a very versatile ingredient which can be fried, grilled, or steamed, you name it. The challenge is finding a recipe you can easily fit into your busy meal prep schedule. Luckily, you don’t have to be a master chef to whip up a delicious beef dish (or have a lot of time for that matter!). Here are 7 low-carb ground beef recipes you can try out for dinner this week.

7 Low-Carb Ground Beef Recipes to Make For Dinner

1. Juicy Hamburger Steak With Gravy 

Juicy Hamburger Steak With Gravy

Instead of ordering your usual burger meal, try your hand at cooking this low-carb beef recipe. One serving of our juicy hamburger steak meal is packed with protein, fiber, and fats, among other nutrients. In addition, even your picky eaters won’t be able to resist chowing down on this delicious beef recipe. It’s definitely perfect for the whole family.

Ingredients:

Hamburger

  • 1 1/4 pounds ground beef
  • 1/4 cup crushed pork rinds* (or 1/4 cup breadcrumbs if you want extra carbs)
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (or low-fat milk for fewer calories)
  • 2 teaspoons Steak Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon fresh minced parsley
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon oil

Gravy

  • 1 tablespoon butter (use coconut oil for a healthier choice)
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream (or low-fat milk for fewer calories)
  • 8 oz sliced button mushrooms
  • 1/4 cup diced onions
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons whiskey (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon beef base

How To:

  • Place a large skillet over medium to high heat. Once heated, coat with oil.
  • Fry the hamburgers for around three minutes on each side. Afterward, remove the meat from the pan and loosely cover it with foil.
  • Add butter or coconut oil then throw in the mushrooms. Fry for about a minute.
  • Next, push the mushrooms to the sides of the pan and proceed to stir-fry the onions.
  • Throw in the beef base then stir. Next, add whiskey and water while stirring. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
  • Dress the beef with gravy and serve.

2. Instant Pot Meatballs

 

Our low-carb, keto-friendly ground beef recipe is perfect for people who just can’t get enough meat. What makes this recipe special is it tastes better and is far more nutritious than the beef most fast food joints serve.

Ingredients:

  • 5 lbs. ground beef (85/15 or leaner)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • ¾ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup almond flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried onion flakes
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/3 cup warm water
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 3 cups marinara sugar-free marinara sauce

How To:

  • Combine all ingredients except for the olive oil and marinara sauce in one bowl. Form meatballs using your hands.
  • Coat the bottom of the pot with olive oil.
  • Layer the meatballs in the pot. Make sure to leave around half an inch of distance between each meatball.
  • Pour the marinara sauce over the meatballs.
  • Seal the instant pot and set it to a low-pressure manual for 10 minutes.
  • Remove the lid and let the steam out.
  • Serve with squash or pasta. Enjoy!

3. Cauliflower Rice Skillet Dinner

Cauliflower Rice Skillet Dinner

This dish is low-carb, grain-free, primal, and THM-friendly. It’s a low-carb Mexican dish packed with fiber, healthy fats, and protein.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb. lean ground beef
  • 1/2 red pepper diced
  • 3 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 12 ounces cauliflower rice fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 medium onion diced

How To:

  • Place a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Heat the ground beef until the color starts to darken.
  • Throw in onions and pepper and continue to cook until the beef turns brown. Add taco seasoning.
  • Take the tomatoes and cauliflower rice and stir it into the skillet. Add the broth then bring to simmer.
  • Bring the heat down to medium-low and continue to cook until the cauliflower rice softens.
  • Sprinkle cheese on the skillet then cover. Cook for three to four more minutes then season according to taste.
  • Serve and enjoy!

4. Big Mac Salad

 

If you want to eat a Big Mac without eating a Big Mac, then try this recipe! This meat-infused, low-carb salad recipe is perfect for people who can’t eat without meat.

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 lb lean ground chuck
  • 1 head romaine lettuce
  • 3 baby dill pickles, chopped
  • 1/4 sweet onions
  • 4 tablespoons shredded cheese
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • 4 tablespoons Thousand Island dressing (or mayonnaise and ketchup for fewer calories)

How To:

  • Dice the onion and pickles and slice the lettuce.
  • Layer the lettuce on your plate.
  • Cook the ground beef in a skillet along with whatever seasonings you use.
  • Saute the onions in the pan. Next, remove the meat and onions from heat and allow them to cool.
  • Dress the salad with all the ingredients.
  • Serve and enjoy!

5. Pepper Nachos

 

Instead of buying chips from the convenience store, pack your own snacks! This ground beef low-carb recipe is an alternative to unhealthy snacks like candies and chips. You get your fill of protein, fiber, and carbs, minus the unhealthy additives of chips.

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 lb mini peppers, halved and seeded
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1/2 cup chopped tomato
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

How To:

  • Combine garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, oregano, pepper, salt, paprika, and red pepper in a small bowl.
  • Cook ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook for about 7 to 10 minutes and season according to your taste.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Take a baking tray and line with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
  • Fill each mini pepper with meat, then sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Serve and enjoy!

6. Taco Pie

 

This low-carb taco pie is a hit among keto dieters. It’s easy to make, it doesn’t spoil easily, and it’s delicious.

Ingredients:

  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or low-fat milk for fewer calories)
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 3 tablespoons taco seasoning or one packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

How To:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F while greasing a ceramic pie pan.
  • Cook ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat for about seven minutes.
  • Throw in the taco seasoning and continue to cook until they have combined. Reduce heat and cook for a few more minutes.
  • Carefully place the beef in the greased-up pie pan.
  • Take a large bowl and throw in the eggs, garlic, cream, salt, and pepper and combine them. Next, pour over the beef.
  • Sprinkle with cheese then bake for around 30 minutes.
  • Remove from heat then let it cool.
  • Serve and enjoy!

7. Three-Cheese Enchilada

 

If you’re looking for some low-carb comfort food, then try our three-cheese enchilada recipe! This dish is perfect for meal preps, family dinners, and even parties.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup muenster cheese shredded
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 8 oz. package of cream cheese (or cottage cheese for less fat)
  • 1 egg
  • 14 oz. can Hatch 5 pepper enchilada sauce
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 2 tablespoons chopped onion
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 5 lbs. ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons chopped bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shredded

How To:

  • Cook ground beef in a pan until brown then drain.
  • Throw in onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin and cook for another five minutes.
  • Add in the chopped onion and pepper.
  • Take the can of enchilada sauce and add in the pan. Simmer until heated.
  • Combine the egg, cream or cottage cheese, and remaining garlic powder in a large bowl.
  • Get an 8×8 pan and layer it with the beef and cream or cottage cheese.

These are just some of the low-carb ground beef recipes you can incorporate into your diet. Apart from cooking delicious, healthy meals, you need some high-quality containers to keep your food fresh. It’s important to do everything you can to stay committed to your diet. Try these recipes today and spice up your meal prepping lifestyle!

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