Description
This healthy tater tot casserole with beef and lentils is a hearty and nutritious dish perfect for a family dinner. Packed with protein, veggies, and cheesy goodness, it’s a satisfying meal that’s easy to make and sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3 teaspoons avocado oil, divided
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 lb lean ground beef (90/10 or 93/7)
- 3 cups diced mushrooms (8 oz package)
- 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (use gluten-free flour if needed)
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth or beef broth
- 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (15-ounce) can cooked lentils (or 2 cups cooked lentils)
- 1 (12-ounce) bag frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 cup frozen cauliflower rice
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 (28-ounce) package frozen tater tots or crispy crowns
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook beef and onions: Sauté onion, then brown beef in a skillet.
- Layer casserole: Transfer beef to baking dish as the first layer.
- Cook mushrooms and make sauce: Sauté mushrooms, add flour, then gradually add broth and seasonings to make a sauce.
- Assemble casserole: Pour mushroom sauce over beef, add lentils, veggies, rice, and cheese. Mix and spread evenly.
- Add tater tots and cheese: Layer tater tots on top, sprinkle with cheese.
- Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve: Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour.
- Use low-sodium broth for a healthier option.
- Feel free to use fresh veggies instead of frozen.
- Press tater tots lightly for a crispy topping.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Incorporate lentils for added fiber and protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg