Notta Lotta Meatloaf
Elevate your comfort food game with "Notta Lotta Meatloaf," a lighter, veggie-packed twist on the classic dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. This wholesome recipe blends lean ground beef or turkey with protein-rich quinoa, grated zucchini, and carrots, creating a tender, moist loaf with an extra boost of flavor and nutrients. Enhanced with savory Worcestershire sauce, fresh parsley, and a tangy ketchup glaze, this meatloaf is a healthier option that doesn’t skimp on taste. Ready in just over an hour and perfect for meal prep, "Notta Lotta Meatloaf" serves up six hearty portions and pairs beautifully with sides like creamy mashed potatoes or crisp green beans. Ideal for health-conscious families, it’s a satisfying, vegetable-forward take on an all-time favorite dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 0.5 cup chopped onion
- 0.5 cup grated carrot
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.25 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup ketchup (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease or line a standard loaf pan with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground meat, cooked quinoa, grated zucchini, chopped onion, and grated carrot.
Add the eggs, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Use your hands or a large spoon to mix the ingredients until fully combined. Be careful not to overwork the mixture as it can make the meatloaf dense.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared loaf pan and use a spatula to smooth the top into an even layer.
Spread 1/4 cup of ketchup evenly over the top of the meatloaf for a tangy glaze.
Place the loaf pan in the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160°F (71°C).
Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm with your favorite sides such as mashed potatoes, steamed green beans, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1939 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.1 g | 121% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.1 g | 181% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 735 mg | 245% | |
| Sodium | 4972 mg | 216% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 137.1 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.7 g | ||
| Protein | 151.5 g | 303% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 320 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 21.9 mg | 122% | |
| Potassium | 3220 mg | 69% | |
*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.
