Easy Keto Green Bean Casserole Recipe

Remember eating green bean casserole on Easter or Christmas at all family get-togethers while growing up? This familiar comfort food is enjoyed by most families but if you are on a Keto diet, it is not exactly keto-friendly.

If you are looking for a low-carb recipe to bring along to ensure you have something you can enjoy, try our recipe for low-carb green bean casserole!

Your family is sure not to miss the calorie-heavy version they are used to.

Why Isn’t Traditional Green Bean Casserole Low Carb?

The traditional version of green bean casserole is made with canned green beans, canned cream of mushroom soup, milk, seasonings and French fried onions. Although delicious, it is not a low-carb dish.

French fried onions, mushroom soup and milk contribute to the overall carb count.

Are Canned or Fresh Green Beans Better for Casserole?

Fresh green bans are the healthiest version of the veggies. You can use frozen green beans if you wish to and the result will be delicious.

Many people use canned green beans but they will not be as crisp and fresh tasting. We suggest fresh or frozen for optimal results.

Can You Overcook Green Bean Casserole?

if you overcook the casserole, the green beans may get mushy. Take care not to overcook them.

Our Low Carb Green Bean Casserole Recipe

You will need a total time of about 30 minutes to make this delicious dish. Our version of this holiday side is not only low in carbohydrates, it is naturally gluten-free!

Ingredients

• 3 cups fresh green beans (sliced into smaller pieces)

• 2.5 cups fresh mushrooms

• 2 onions (sliced)

• 1 minced garlic clove

• ½ cup cream cheese

• ½ cup chicken stock

• ½ cup cheddar cheese (grated)

• salt and ground black pepper to taste preference

• Optional garlic powder to taste (instead of fresh garlic)

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 400ºF.

• Boil the green beans in very well-salted water until fork tender. Approximately 10 minutes. Drain the water and set aside.

• Slice the fresh mushrooms.

• While the green beans boil, sauté the onions, sliced mushrooms and garlic in a large skillet until caramelized. Season with salt and pepper.

• Add the chicken stock and scrape all the bits from the bottom of the pan.

• Add the cream cheese and allow to melt and warm up. Taste test and add salt if needed.

• Use non-stick spray to spray the baking dish.

• Mix in the green beans until everything is evenly combined and transfer everything into a casserole dish.

• Top with cheddar and pop into the oven until the cheese is melted and bubble. About 10 minutes.

• If you love the taste of fried onion rings on the top, try out that recipe! Put the onion topping for the last 10 minutes of baking. (see below for our onion recipe)

Nutritional Information

This recipe makes six servings of the delicious side dish. Each serving is about 125 calories and 9 net carbs.

Keto Fried Onion Rings Recipe

The keto onion rings are great enjoyed alone as one might eat onion rings as an appetizer or to add crunch to dishes like green bean casserole.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs yellow onion

• 2 large eggs

• 2 1/2 ounces crushed pork rinds (a food processor works well for this)

• 1/2 cup almond flour

• 3 tbsp Cajun seasoning

• Olive oil for frying

Instructions

• Peel and slice the onion very thinly.

• In a large bowl, beat the eggs and set aside.

• Place the pork rinds, almond flour, and Cajun seasoning in a bowl and mix well.

• Dip onion into the egg wash and dry ingredient mixture, then set aside.

• Repeat until all of the onions have been coated.

• Heat about 1 inch of oil in a large, shallow pan to 375 degrees.

• Cook coated onions in batches (2-4 minutes) until golden brown.

• Remove with a slotted spoon and set them on a plate covered with a paper towel to blot off some of the oil.

• Repeat until all of the onion is fried.

• When cooled completely, these homemade onion rings will be a tasty, crunchy topping to use on top of the casserole.

These onion rings can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container. You can reheat them in an air fryer to bring that crunch back!