Paleo Classic Ground Beef Casserole

Discover the hearty warmth and flavor-packed goodness of this Paleo Classic Ground Beef Casserole, a wholesome dinner option perfect for your clean-eating lifestyle. Made with tender ground beef, vibrant vegetables like zucchini, carrots, and red bell pepper, and a savory tomato base enhanced with fragrant herbs like oregano and basil, this casserole delivers bold taste with every bite. Instead of traditional grains, this dish uses nutrient-rich cauliflower rice, keeping it entirely gluten-free, grain-free, and Paleo-friendly. Topped with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of freshness, this one-pan wonder is baked to bubbly, golden perfection in under an hour. Ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this satisfying casserole is sure to become a family favorite that’s nourishing, comforting, and easy to make.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 large, sliced carrot
• 1 medium, diced zucchini
• 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cups cauliflower rice
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in sliced carrots, diced zucchini, and diced red bell pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 6

Mix in the tomato paste, canned diced tomatoes, coconut aminos, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and ground black pepper.

Step 7

Let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 8

In a separate skillet, lightly sauté cauliflower rice in a teaspoon of olive oil over medium heat for 5 minutes until warmed but still firm.

Step 9

Spread the cooked cauliflower rice evenly on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 10

Pour the beef and vegetable mixture over the cauliflower rice, spreading it out to cover the rice completely.

Step 11

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the dish is bubbly and heated through.

Step 12

Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley on top of the casserole before serving.

Step 13

Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1920.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1838.9

Total Fat 122.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 329.1mg	0%
Sodium 5827.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 101.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.7g	0%
Total Sugars 61.2g
Protein 96.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 421.7mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 4468.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.2%

Protein: 20.4%

Carbs: 21.3%