Salsa Meatloaf
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this easy and flavorful Salsa Meatloaf recipe, a bold twist on the classic comfort food. Packed with zesty salsa, spices like cumin and chili powder, and tender ground beef, this meatloaf delivers a Tex-Mex-inspired kick in every bite. The tangy-sweet glaze, made from ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce, caramelizes beautifully in the oven, adding a mouthwatering finish. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep and baked to juicy perfection, it’s an effortless dish that pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or a crisp garden salad. Perfect for busy families or meal prepping, this hearty, crowd-pleasing recipe is sure to become a dinnertime favorite. Keywords: salsa meatloaf, Tex-Mex meatloaf recipe, easy meatloaf with salsa, ground beef dinner ideas, weeknight comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Ground beef
- 1 cup Salsa (medium or mild, according to preference)
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salsa, breadcrumbs, eggs, chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Use your hands or a wooden spoon to mix until just combined—do not overmix.
Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan. Press it down gently to form an even layer.
In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce to make the glaze.
Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf using a spatula or the back of a spoon.
Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55–60 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160°F (71°C) using a meat thermometer.
Once done, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute for a moist meatloaf.
Slice and serve warm. Pair with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
536 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.4 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.6 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 164 mg | 55% | |
| Sodium | 946 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.2 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.8 g | ||
| Protein | 30.6 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 70 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 508 mg | 11% | |
*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.
