Description
This Mexican Meatloaf is a zesty twist on the traditional comfort food, featuring smoky chipotle, fresh vegetables, and spices for a moist and flavorful dish that turns an ordinary meal into a Latin celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
2 lbs Lean Ground Beef
1 cup Chunky Salsa
3/4 cup Breadcrumbs
2 large Eggs
1/2 cup Frozen Cor
1/2 cup Frozen Black Beans
1/2 cup Bell Pepper, diced
1/2 cup Onion, diced
1 tbsp Chili Powder
1 tbsp Cumi
1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a loaf pan or baking sheet
- Sauté diced onions and bell peppers in olive oil until soft
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, salsa, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and salt
- Add ground beef, sautéed vegetables, corn, black beans, and breadcrumbs. Mix gently
- Transfer mixture to the pan or shape into a loaf on a baking sheet and smooth the top
- Bake for 45 minutes, then optionally add a glaze and bake for another 10-15 minutes until done
- Let the loaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing
Notes
For a dairy-free option, ensure breadcrumbs are free of milk solids.
To prevent crumbling, let the loaf rest after baking.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 55 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg