Description
Loaded Cauliflower Casserole is your new favorite low-carb comfort food! This creamy, cheesy dish offers a delightful twist on traditional casseroles, featuring fresh cauliflower, rich cream cheese, and crispy bacon. Perfect for family dinners, holiday gatherings, or as a satisfying side for any meal, this casserole is sure to impress both keto dieters and those simply craving a delicious dish. With minimal prep time and straightforward steps, you can whip up this flavorful bake in just 40 minutes. Enjoy the creamy goodness of Loaded Cauliflower Casserole that tastes indulgent without the carbs!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large heads of cauliflower
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
- 8 slices cooked bacon
- 4 green onions
- Garlic
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Steam cauliflower until tender (5-7 minutes). Drain and pat dry.
- In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, 1 cup of Colby Jack cheese, half the bacon, half the green onions, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Fold in the steamed cauliflower until coated evenly.
- Transfer to the baking dish and top with remaining cheese, bacon, and a sprinkle of paprika.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Cool for 5 minutes before serving and garnish with remaining green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 casserole (approx. 170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 65mg