Marvelous Mini Meatloaves Fiesta Style
Get ready to spice up dinnertime with *Marvelous Mini Meatloaves Fiesta Style*, a flavorful twist on the classic comfort food! These bite-sized meatloaves are loaded with zesty Mexican-inspired ingredients like green bell pepper, cumin, chili powder, and mild salsa, giving them a bold and exciting taste. Topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, they’re as visually appealing as they are delicious. Perfectly portioned in a muffin tin, these mini meatloaves cook up in just 25 minutes, making them a quick, easy, and family-friendly dinner option. Pair them with Mexican rice or a crisp green salad for a festive meal everyone will love. This recipe is a must-try for fans of quick-prep dinners with maximum flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.75 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup mild salsa
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a standard muffin tin with cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, panko breadcrumbs, egg, onion, green bell pepper, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
Use clean hands or a spoon to thoroughly mix the ingredients until well incorporated.
Divide the meat mixture evenly into the muffin tin, pressing gently to shape each portion into a small meatloaf.
Top each mini meatloaf with about 1 tablespoon of salsa, spreading it over the surface with the back of a spoon.
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the salsa on each mini meatloaf.
Bake the meatloaves in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the meatloaves rest for 5 minutes before carefully removing them with a spatula.
Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve warm. Pair with a side of Mexican rice or a simple green salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
445 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.2 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.5 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 138 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 917 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | ||
| Protein | 26.2 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 149 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 344 mg | 7% | |
*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.
