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Low carbBeef and Potato Skillet
A straightforward, comforting scramble of browned ground beef, tender potatoes, and melted cheddar cheese. With 34 grams of carbohydrates, this is a classic skillet lunch that makes zero apologies to a low-carb diet.
34g
net carbs
28g
protein
32g
fat
540
kcal
The keto read
34g net carbs per serving
A straightforward, comforting scramble of browned ground beef, tender potatoes, and melted cheddar cheese. With 34 grams of carbohydrates, this is a classic skillet lunch that makes zero apologies to a low-carb diet.
Ingredients
4 servings
Ground beef (80/20)1 lb
Russet potatoes, diced small1.5 lbs
Yellow onion, chopped0.5 each
Cheddar cheese, shredded1 cup
Method
1
Heat one tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add the diced potatoes to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden and tender, about 10 minutes.
3
Push the potatoes to the outer edges of the skillet.
4
Add the ground beef and chopped onion to the center of the pan, breaking the meat up with a spoon as it cooks.
5
Once the beef is fully browned and onions are soft, drain any excess grease if desired, then season with salt and black pepper.
6
Stir everything together, sprinkle the cheddar cheese over the top, cover with a lid for 2 minutes until melted, and serve.
The keto read
Why this lands at 34g net carbs
The carb total here comes only from the small amount of lower-carb ingredients; there's no added sugar or starch. At 34g net carbs against 28g protein and 32g fat, it sits comfortably inside a ketogenic day for most people.
Common questions
Is Beef and Potato Skillet keto?▾
Beef and Potato Skillet has 34g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for strict keto but workable on a generous carb budget.
What are the macros for Beef and Potato Skillet?▾
540 calories, 28g protein, 32g fat, and 34g net carbs per serving.
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