Protein Beef Casserole Recipe
You want comfort, protein, and minimal effort, so this Protein Beef Casserole Recipe handles dinner like the reliable choice you deserve.
Because complicated meals feel unnecessary, this warm, cheesy, satisfying bake delivers flavor, structure, and zero chaos in one very dependable dish.
Protein Beef Casserole Recipe
Hearty, protein-rich beef casserole with layers of flavor and
Ingredients
- Ground beef lean: 500g
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
- Onion chopped: 1 medium
- Garlic minced: 3 cloves
- Cooked pasta or rice: 2 cups
- Crushed tomatoes: 2 cups
- Tomato paste: 2 tablespoons
- Italian seasoning: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Shredded cheese mozzarella or cheddar: 1 cup
- Greek yogurt: 1/2 cup
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until soft and fragrant.
- Add 500g ground beef, cook thoroughly while breaking apart until browned and fully cooked.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, mixing evenly.
- Combine cooked pasta or rice with beef mixture, then transfer everything into the baking dish.
- Spread Greek yogurt over the top, sprinkle shredded cheese evenly, then bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving):
- Calories: 480
- Total Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Vitamin B12: 60%
- Calcium: 25%
- Iron: 22%
- Vitamin A: 18%
- Zinc: 28%
- Let casserole rest before serving so layers hold together better.
- Add chili flakes for a subtle kick.
- Use freshly grated cheese for richer flavor and smoother melt.
