Description
This One-Pan Cheesy Veggie-Stuffed Meatloaf is a family favorite that transforms a classic dish into a healthy yet delicious meal. Juicy ground beef is combined with hidden veggies like carrots and zucchini, all enveloped in gooey mozzarella cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners, this recipe ensures you can sneak in nutritious ingredients without compromising on flavor. The best part? Everything cooks in one pan, making cleanup a breeze! Whether you’re feeding picky eaters or looking for a comforting meal, this cheesy meatloaf is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup finely chopped zucchini
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
- Fold in shredded carrots and zucchini until incorporated.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf on a baking sheet.
- Make a shallow slit along the top of the loaf and stuff it with mozzarella cheese.
- Spread ketchup over the top for added flavor.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature should reach at least 160°F / 71°C).
- Allow to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg