Description
Keto hamburger and broccoli skillet brings zesty Mediterranean flavors to your low-carb dinner table. Savory ground beef sizzles with crisp broccoli, creating a quick, protein-packed meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
Vegetables:
- 2 cups (473 milliliters) broccoli florets
Seasonings and Flavor Enhancers:
- 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
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Dairy:
- 1 cup (113 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) heavy cream
Instructions
- Warm a spacious skillet over medium heat, drizzle olive oil, and introduce ground beef. Crumble and sauté the meat for 5-7 minutes until thoroughly browned, eliminating any surplus grease.
- Incorporate crisp broccoli florets and aromatic seasonings including garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, ensuring broccoli maintains a slight crunch.
- Lower heat to minimal setting. Pour rich heavy cream and blend half the cheddar cheese, stirring until sauce becomes smooth and uniformly integrated.
- Generously cascade remaining cheddar cheese across the skillet’s surface. Cover and allow cheese to melt completely for 2-3 minutes, creating a glossy, bubbling topping.
- Transfer immediately to serving plates while piping hot. Consider garnishing with additional red pepper flakes or freshly chopped herbs like parsley or chives for enhanced flavor profile.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting red pepper flakes for spice lovers or those preferring milder flavors.
- Choose grass-fed ground beef for enhanced nutritional profile and richer taste in keto-friendly dishes.
- Consider using frozen broccoli as a convenient alternative when fresh isn’t available, ensuring similar nutritional value and texture.
- Drain excess beef fat completely to prevent greasy consistency and maintain clean keto macronutrient ratios.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 511 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 290 mg
- Fat: 42 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg