Keto Green Bean Casserole

As a lover of casserole and fresh vegetables, you should add the rich creamy keto green bean casserole to your diet.

Made with green beans, bacon, mushroom, half –and-half cream, milk, full fat cream cheese and spices, this casserole is not only savory but also friendly to the keto diet by providing only 7 grams of net carbs per serving. Let’s get full recipe!

Keto Green Bean Casserole

Recipe by Anna SmallingCourse: SidesCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

30

servings

Prep time

20

minutes

Cooking time

6

minutes

Calories

159

kcal

As a lover of casserole and fresh vegetables, you should add the rich creamy keto green bean casserole to your diet.

Ingredients

• 1 lb green beans, trimmed

• 6 slices bacon

• 2 cups mushrooms, sliced

• 1 cup onion, diced

• 2/3 cup half and half cream

• 1/3 cup 2% milk (or 1/2 cup almond milk)

• 1/4 cup full fat cream cheese

• 1 1/4 tsp sea salt

• 1/4 tsp pepper

Directions

• Preheat the oven to 350 degree F.
• Heat up a large frying pan over medium heat. Add in bacon and cook until very golden brown and crispy on each side. Once cooked, transfer to a plate lined with a paper towel to remove any excess fat. Discard most of the fat in the pan, reserving about 1 tablespoon.
• Heat the pan to medium/high and add in mushrooms and onion. Saute for about 3 minutes, until golden brown; stirring occasionally.
• Add all the other ingredients to the pan, except green beans. Bring to a boil. Stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to thicken, about 4 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is very thick, like condensed soup, about 7-8 minutes.
• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add in the green beans and cook until they just begin to become fork tender, about 7-8 minutes. Drain and pat them with a paper towel.
• Add green beans into the sauce and stir until well coated. Pour into an 8×8 inch pan and bake until bubbly, about 15-20 minutes.
• Once the green beans are cooked, place the bacon in a food processor and pulse until small crumbs form. Sprinkle on the casserole and then bake for more 5 minutes.

Notes

• You do not have half –and-half cream, you can use full-fat coconut milk, instead. Don’t worry about its flavor because it still tastes good when combined with other ingredients.

Keto Green Bean Casserole – Tips & Notes

Quick & Easy:
This casserole is simple to prepare, taking about 20 minutes of prep time and under an hour total to cook, making it an ideal keto-friendly side dish for busy weeknights or holiday meals.

Tips for Best Results:

• Green Beans: Blanch the green beans just until fork-tender to keep them crisp and vibrant. Overcooking can make them mushy in the casserole.
• Bacon: Cook bacon until very crispy to enhance texture. Save about 1 tablespoon of the rendered fat to sauté mushrooms and onions for maximum flavor.
• Cream Sauce: Stir constantly when adding cream and cream cheese to prevent curdling. Adjust thickness by simmering longer if needed.
• Mushrooms & Onions: Sauté until golden brown to develop deep, savory flavors in the casserole.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve hot as a side for keto-friendly mains like roasted chicken, pork chops, or grilled steak.
• Can be paired with mashed cauliflower or cauliflower rice for a hearty, low-carb meal.

Storage:

• Store leftover casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through to maintain texture.
• You can also freeze the casserole for up to 1 month; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Variations:

• Dairy Alternatives: Use almond milk or coconut milk to make it dairy-free while keeping it creamy.
• Cheese Add-Ins: Sprinkle shredded cheddar or Parmesan into the cream sauce for an extra layer of flavor.
• Herbs & Spices: Add thyme, rosemary, or garlic powder to enhance depth of flavor.

This keto green bean casserole combines crispy bacon, tender green beans, and a rich creamy sauce for a savory, low-carb side dish that works well for family dinners and holiday feasts alike.