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Keto for Weight Loss: Easy Beginner Meal Plan

A quick and easy keto meal featuring ground beef, crispy bacon, and broccoli, perfect for weight loss and meal prepping.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Keto
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat and Protein
  • 1 lb ground beef Opt for high-quality grass-fed for better flavor.
  • 6 strips bacon Choose organic for a cleaner taste.
Vegetables
  • 2 cups broccoli florets Using organic broccoli maximizes vitamins.
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Key for a vibrant flavor.
Dairy
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella) Use nut-based cheese for dairy-free.
Pantry Staples
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil For cooking.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and chop the broccoli into bite-sized florets.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, add the bacon over medium heat and cook until crispy, about 6-8 minutes.
  2. Remove the bacon, crumble in the ground beef, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until soft, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Stir in the broccoli and a splash of olive oil, cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Remove the cover, sprinkle cheese over the mixture, and cover until melted.

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to three days. For freezing, it can last for a month. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.