This meatloaf is better than mom used to make. It’s low-carb and gluten-free thanks to the simple switch of almond flour for the usual breadcrumbs. We use lean beef here, but the meatloaves stay moist with the addition of onion, bell pepper and zucchini. Serve with whipped cauliflower mash for a complete comfort food meal.
Active time: 15 minutes Total time: 45 minutes
Low-Carb Mini Meatloaves
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped or grated
- 1 medium red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1 pound 95% lean grass-fed ground beef
- 1 small zucchini, grated and patted dry with a paper towel
- 1/2 cup (45g) almond flour
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 cup (237ml) low-sodium jarred marinara sauce, divided
- 1/2 cup (28g) grated part-skim mozzarella cheese
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment or foil. Heat the oil in a small saute pan over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally until tender, 5 minutes. Scrape mixture into a large bowl and set aside to cool for 10 minutes.
Add the ground beef, zucchini, almond flour, egg, vinegar, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Stir with a wooden spoon or clean hands until well-blended. Divide the mixture into 4 portions. Form each portion into a small meatloaf about 4 1/2 inches (11cm) long on the prepared baking sheet. Press down the length of the meatloaf with the side of your hand to create a 1/2-inch (1.27cm) deep divet in the center, so it cooks evenly and catches the sauce and cheese. Spread the top of each meatloaf with 1/4 cup (59ml) of the marinara and sprinkle with the cheese.
Bake for 30 minutes or until an instant-read thermometer registers 155ºF (68ºC) when inserted in the center of the meatloaf.
Serves: 4 | Serving Size: 1 mini meatloaf
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 299; Total Fat: 16g; Saturated Fat: 5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 121mg; Sodium: 546mg; Carbohydrate: 11g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 30g
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