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A creamy, bubbly Keto Rotel Dip with browned ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, and fresh diced tomato and cilantro garnish in a grey bowl.

Keto Rotel Dip with Ground Beef

A rich, creamy, and low-carb Rotel dip made with ground beef, cream cheese, and cheddar. Perfect for keto-friendly snacking and parties.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Dip
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies drained
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp fresh cilantro or parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
  3. Add the onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Drain excess fat if needed. Add diced tomatoes with green chilies, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Reduce heat to low and stir in cream cheese until melted and smooth.
  7. Add shredded cheddar cheese and mix until creamy and well combined.
  8. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake for 15–20 minutes until hot and bubbly.
  9. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm.

Notes

Serve with keto-friendly dippers such as celery sticks, cucumber slices, or low-carb crackers.