Keto Breakfast Casserole (Mexican Style!)
The Keto Breakfast Casserole combines chorizo, vegetables like grated zucchini, red bell pepper, spinach, and tomatoes, baked with eggs and almond milk to create a protein-rich, low-carb breakfast. Topped with avocado, cilantro, sour cream, and hot sauce, it offers a spicy, flavorful start to the day with Mexican-inspired elements.
Ingredients
- 10.5 oz / 300g chorizo 4 chorizo sausages
- 1 garlic large clove
- 1 red bell pepper cored and diced (150g / 5.5oz)
- 1 zucchini grated (200g / 7 oz ). Makes 1 cup shredded and squeezed zucchini, medium
- ⅓ cup / 50g tomato chopped or cherry tomatoes quartered
- 1 cup / 30g spinach fresh
- 2 spring onions green parts only (30g / 1 oz, or scallions
- 6 egg large
- ¼ cup / 60 ml almond milk or use heavy cream
- ⅓ teaspoon black pepper cracked
- Optional: 1 cup shredded cheddar, Gluda or Monterey Jack
To Serve
- 1 avocado chopped
- 2 tablespoon Coriander chopped, also known as cilantro
- 2 tbsp / 28g coconut yoghurt or sour cream
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce or to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375F/ 190C.
- Remove the skins from the chorizo using a sharp knife. Sauté the meat in a non-stick frying pan or cast iron skillet, breaking it up with a spatula until cooked through, about 4 - 5 minutes. Add the garlic for 30 seconds. Add the peppers and fry for a further 2 minutes, or until they begin to soften and the chorizo is cooked through.
- Place the grated zucchini in a muslin cloth and squeeze out the water.
- Crack the eggs into a jug. Add the almond milk and pepper. Whisk with a fork. Option to add ½ cup of grated cheese.
- Add the chorizo mix, zucchini, tomatoes, spinach and green onions to a baking dish. Pour over the whisked egg mixture. Option to top with another ½ cup of shredded cheese.
- Cover the casserole with aluminium foil and bake in the oven for 30 minutes.
- Remove the tin foil and cook for a further 10 - 15 minutes or until the eggs have fully set.
To Serve
- Top with chopped avocado, cilantro, yoghurt or sour cream and hot sauce. Slice and serve.
Notes
- This casserole contains approximately 4.4 grams net carbs per serving, supporting low-carb eating plans.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.
- When thawing frozen portions, expect some liquid separation; pat dry before reheating in the oven to regain texture.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 283
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 283kcal | 14% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 8.7g | 3% |
| Protein | 16.2g | 32% |
| Fat | 20.8g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7g | 34% |
| Fiber | 4.3g | 17% |
| Sugar | 2.8g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.