10 Low-Carb Ground Beef Recipes You’ll Want to Make Again and Again

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Ground beef is a staple in low-carb cooking — it’s quick to prepare, easy on the budget, and pairs well with countless flavors. Whether you’re following keto, low-carb, or just want lighter meals, these 10 low-carb ground beef recipes are delicious, filling, and easy to add to your weekly rotation.

How I keep getting a great price on ground beef? (2025)

If you know how to shop, your stores, markdown days, etc you will have the same luck I do, I rarely pay more than $4.29 a lb and I live in a big city metro area. Amazon fresh, if you have the delivery option of this, often has their 3 pack ground beef on sale for $3.99 a lb so keep an eye out otherwise my local stores I can find it on special or markdown for this price. And I don't mean mystery tube meat, which is any part of the cow because that is technically still beef.

1. Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet

A classic low-carb favorite. Sauté shredded cabbage with onion and garlic, then stir in seasoned ground beef. Finish with soy sauce or coconut aminos for a quick, hearty meal.

Another version you can try is polish seasoning. I found this one calleed Krakow Nights at Penzey Spice and it's great in this application. It has a neglgible amount of sugar but if you're super strict, check out the ingredients and mix up your own sans white sugar and sub with allulose.

2. Taco-Stuffed Avocados

Brown ground beef with taco seasoning, then spoon it into halved avocados. Top with sour cream, salsa, and cilantro for a fun low-carb twist on taco night. The healthy fat will keep you full all night.

3. Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Skip the takeout! Stir-fry ground beef with broccoli florets in garlic, ginger, and a sugar-free soy glaze. Serve over cauliflower rice or carnivore rice for a full meal.

4. Low-Carb Cheeseburger Bowls

Layer browned beef with lettuce, pickles, tomatoes, and onions. Drizzle with “burger sauce” made from mayo, mustard, and sugar-free ketchup. Tastes like a cheeseburger without the bun.

5. Carnivore Meatballs

This one I found as an image on the web years ago and I just love it. It's just a few ingredients mixed and baked into meatballs:

1 lb each ground beef and ground bulk sausage

4 -6 slices of bacon, chopped

2 eggs

1/2 c. ground up pork rinds

season with Italian seasoning, salt, pepper and garlic powder to taste

Optional add 1/3 c. grated cheddar or parmesan

Shape into balls and bake at 375 for 25 mins or til brown and cooked through.

6. Low-Carb Beef Taco Skillet

Cook ground beef with peppers, onions, and spices. Serve hot with shredded cheese, sour cream, or wrapped in low-carb tortillas.

7. Zucchini Lasagna with Beef

Slice zucchini thin, layer with seasoned beef, marinara, and ricotta. Bake until bubbling for a low-carb lasagna alternative.

Another option if you want to make it carnivore try Maria Emmerich's "pasta" sheets. I make these all the time for my low carb lasagne.

8. Ground Beef Egg Roll in a Bowl

Brown ground beef with garlic, ginger, and coleslaw mix. Add soy sauce and sesame oil for a fast, one-pan dinner that tastes like egg rolls without the wrapper.

You may like my low carb tuna loaf recipe here.

9. Cucumber and Beef Stir-Fry

A refreshing combo! Stir-fry sliced cucumber with ground beef, garlic, and ginger. Light but flavorful — perfect for summer or quick lunches.

10. Beef-Stuffed Bell Peppers (Low-Carb Style)

Fill halved peppers with seasoned beef, riced cauliflower, and herbs. Bake until tender for a hearty, colorful main dish.

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