Description
Savory keto hamburger and broccoli skillet delivers a low-carb powerhouse of flavor and nutrition. Hearty ground beef mingles with crisp broccoli florets, creating a simple, satisfying meal that keeps you on track with ketogenic goals.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef (80/20 for extra flavor)
Vegetables:
- 2 cups (473 milliliters) broccoli florets
Dairy and Seasoning:
- 1 cup (113 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon (1 gram) red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Warm a large skillet over medium heat with olive oil. Sizzle ground beef for 5-7 minutes, crumbling with a spatula until thoroughly browned. Eliminate excess grease if necessary.
- Introduce broccoli florets and aromatic seasonings including garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring intermittently, ensuring broccoli remains tender-crisp.
- Lower heat to low intensity. Pour heavy cream and incorporate half the cheddar cheese, stirring until cheese dissolves and creates a luxurious, smooth consistency.
- Scatter remaining cheddar cheese across the surface. Cover skillet and allow cheese to melt completely for 2-3 minutes, creating a bubbling, golden topping.
- Transfer immediately to serving plates. Enhance presentation with optional garnishes like additional red pepper flakes or fresh chopped herbs such as parsley or chives.
Notes
- Customize the spice level by adjusting red pepper flakes for a mild or fiery kick.
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein option.
- Use frozen broccoli as a time-saving alternative to fresh florets when you’re in a hurry.
- Enhance the dish’s nutrition by adding extra low-carb vegetables like cauliflower or zucchini.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 531 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 43 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg