Vacation Meatloaf

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Take your taste buds on a tropical getaway with this flavorful Vacation Meatloaf, a delightful twist on the classic comfort food. Infused with a unique blend of sweet and savory ingredients, this recipe features juicy pineapple tidbits, shredded coconut flakes, and a touch of brown sugar for a hint of island-inspired sweetness. Combined with hearty ground beef and pork, aromatic diced red bell peppers, onions, and garlic, and tied together with soy sauce and ground ginger, every bite bursts with vibrant flavor. Topped with a tangy-sweet ketchup glaze, this moist and tender meatloaf bakes to perfection in just under an hour. Easy to prepare with only 20 minutes of prep time, this crowd-pleasing dish serves 6 and pairs wonderfully with roasted vegetables or rice. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a themed meal, this tropical meatloaf will whisk you away to paradise with every bite!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 20 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

15 items

• 1.5 pounds ground beef
• 0.5 pounds ground pork
• 0.5 cup pineapple tidbits
• 0.25 cup dried coconut flakes
• 0.75 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 0.5 cup onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 0.25 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt

📝 Instructions

8 steps

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, pineapple tidbits, dried coconut flakes, diced red bell pepper, chopped onion, and minced garlic.

3. In a small separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, soy sauce, ground ginger, black pepper, and salt. Pour this mixture into the large mixing bowl with the meat mixture.

4. Using clean hands or a spatula, gently mix all the ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix to prevent the meatloaf from becoming dense.

5. Transfer the mixture into the prepared loaf pan, pressing it down lightly to shape it evenly.

6. In another small bowl, mix together ketchup and brown sugar to create the glaze. Spread this glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.

7. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.

8. Let the meatloaf rest in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy your tropical-inspired Vacation Meatloaf!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (253.2g)

Calories		539
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		36.0 g	46%
	Saturated Fat	14.9 g	75%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		165 mg	55%
Sodium		778 mg	34%
Total Carbohydrate		23.3 g	8%
	Dietary Fiber	2.3 g	8%
	Total Sugars	10.6 g
Protein		30.6 g	61%
Vitamin D		0.5 mcg	3%
Calcium		57 mg	4%
Iron		3.8 mg	21%
Potassium		479 mg	10%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1945 cal (60.0%%)

Protein: 735 cal (22.7%%)

Carbs: 560 cal (17.3%%)