Fiesta Meatloaf
Get ready to spice up your dinner table with this bold and flavorful Fiesta Meatloaf! This hearty combination of ground beef and pork is infused with Tex-Mex flair, featuring vibrant diced bell peppers, zesty canned tomatoes with green chilies, and a perfect blend of chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. A touch of fresh cilantro and melted cheddar cheese take this classic comfort dish to the next level, while a tangy taco-seasoned ketchup glaze seals in the juicy goodness. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and a satisfying bake, Fiesta Meatloaf is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for family meals or casual gatherings. Serve it alongside Spanish rice, black beans, or your favorite salad for a complete and irresistible Tex-Mex-inspired dinner!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10 oz) canned diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel), drained
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 2 large egg
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a standard loaf pan.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef and ground pork.
Add the diced red bell pepper, green bell pepper, yellow onion, and minced garlic to the meat mixture.
Stir in the canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, bread crumbs, eggs, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are evenly combined.
Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, ensuring it's thoroughly distributed.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared loaf pan, shaping it into a smooth, even layer.
In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup and taco seasoning. Spread this mixture evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm, garnished with extra cilantro if desired, alongside your favorite Tex-Mex side dishes like rice, beans, or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3824 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 234.9 g | 301% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.9 g | 485% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1290 mg | 430% | |
| Sodium | 7705 mg | 335% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 172.1 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.9 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.4 g | ||
| Protein | 259.5 g | 519% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 1416 mg | 109% | |
| Iron | 25.1 mg | 139% | |
| Potassium | 2960 mg | 63% | |
*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.
