What is the most filling food on keto?

High-fat and high-protein foods are the most filling on keto. Eggs, cheese, meats, and low-carb vegetables like cauliflower or spinach—especially when baked into casseroles—can keep you full for hours.

What replaces potatoes in keto?

Cauliflower is the go-to replacement, offering a similar texture when mashed or roasted. Other great swaps include turnips, rutabaga, zucchini, or even spaghetti squash for a lighter feel.

What is a lazy keto meal?

A lazy keto meal skips tracking macros or focusing on organic ingredients. It focuses on easy prep and low carbs, like a one-dish casserole with cheese, eggs, and meat—tossed together and baked.

What can I replace pasta with keto?

You can use spiralized zucchini, spaghetti squash, or shirataki noodles in casseroles instead of traditional pasta. They’re all low-carb and absorb sauce beautifully while keeping the dish keto-friendly.

Keto Casserole Recipes: 5 Filling, Easy Comfort Meals

Ingredients

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CASSEROLE:

1 lb 85/15 ground beef

2 cups cauliflower florets, steamed & patted dry

1 cup diced zucchini, steamed & patted dry

1 cup baby spinach

1/2 cup sour cream

4 oz cream cheese, softened

2 eggs

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/4 cup grated Parmesan

1 tsp smoked paprika

1/2 tsp chili flakes

Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9×13” pan with avocado oil spray.

2. Brown ground beef in a skillet, pressing flat for even browning; season with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; drain leaving 1 Tbsp drippings.

3. Steam cauliflower and zucchini 3 minutes until tender‑crisp; cool and blot dry.

4. Whisk sour cream, cream cheese, eggs, chili flakes, salt, and pepper into a smooth binder.

5. Layer half the vegetables, half the beef, and one‑third binder in the prepared pan; repeat layers and top with cheddar.

6. Cover with foil and bake 20 minutes. Uncover, sprinkle Parmesan, and broil 3 minutes until golden.

7. Rest 5 minutes before slicing into six squares and serve.

Notes

Freeze individual portions up to 2 months; reheat covered at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes.

For Tex‑Mex flair, replace cheddar with pepper Jack and add cumin to the beef.

Each slice supplies 7 g net carbs, leaving room for keto dessert.

Author: Adam Moretti
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Keto
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American