Zucchini Meatloaf

Elevate your meatloaf game with this hearty and flavorful Zucchini Meatloaf—a classic comfort food with a nutrient-packed twist! Featuring a blend of ground beef and pork, this recipe incorporates grated zucchini for added moisture and a subtle boost of veggies, making it as wholesome as it is delicious. The mixture is seasoned to perfection with garlic, onion, Italian seasoning, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce, then topped with a glossy layer of ketchup for that irresistible finish. Easy to prepare and baked to tender perfection in just an hour, this zucchini-infused meatloaf is perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or a crisp green salad for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 pound Ground pork
• 1 medium Zucchini
• 1 small Onion
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 1 Egg
• 0.25 cup Ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 0.25 cup Ketchup (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a standard loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

Grate the zucchini using a box grater and place it in a clean kitchen towel or paper towel. Squeeze out as much excess moisture as possible and set aside.

Step 3

Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, shredded zucchini, chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and milk.

Step 5

Using clean hands or a spoon, mix the ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the meatloaf dense.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to the prepared loaf pan and shape it into an even loaf, pressing it gently into place.

Step 7

Spread the additional 1/4 cup of ketchup evenly over the top of the meatloaf for a glossy glaze.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 9

Once cooked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 10

Serve warm with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes or a green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1267.8 grams (1267.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2243

Total Fat 138.70g	178%
Saturated Fat 52.50g	263%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.90g
Cholesterol 724mg	241%
Sodium 6711mg	292%
Total Carbohydrate 105.10g	38%
Dietary Fiber 6.20g	22%
Total Sugars 48.90g
Protein 153.80g	308%

Vitamin D 61IU	305%
Calcium 297mg	23%
Iron 16mg	87%
Potassium 2165mg	46%

*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: 54.7%

Protein: 26.9%

Carbs: 18.4%