Low Carb Baked Potato with Cheese and Bacon
Looking for a guilt-free twist on a classic comfort food? This **Low Carb Baked Potato with Cheese and Bacon** recipe swaps out traditional potatoes for tender, roasted cauliflower florets, delivering all the indulgent flavors you love with a fraction of the carbs. Coated in olive oil and seasoned with garlic powder, the cauliflower roasts to golden perfection before being smothered in melted cheddar cheese and crispy crumbled bacon. Topped with fresh green onions and a dollop of creamy sour cream, this keto-friendly dish is a delicious side or satisfying main for anyone craving a healthier alternative. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or as a crowd-pleasing party plate, this quick recipe is low on prep time yet packed with flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cauliflower head
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 bacon slices
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 0.5 cup sour cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash the cauliflower head and cut it into small florets to resemble the size of small potato chunks.
In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until well coated.
Spread the cauliflower on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper in an even layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the cauliflower is tender and edges are golden brown, stirring once halfway through.
While the cauliflower is baking, cook the bacon slices in a frying pan over medium heat until crispy. Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels, then crumble them into small pieces.
Once the cauliflower is done, remove from oven and place in a large mixing bowl.
Add the shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon to the cauliflower and gently toss until the cheese begins to melt and evenly coats the cauliflower.
Transfer the cheesy cauliflower mixture to a serving dish.
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve with a dollop of sour cream on top for added creaminess.
Enjoy your low carb baked potato alternative with cheese and bacon!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1318 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.5 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.2 g | 246% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 215 mg | 72% | |
| Sodium | 3986 mg | 173% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.2 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.2 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.2 g | ||
| Protein | 60.4 g | 121% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1160 mg | 89% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1964 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
