What Makes This Recipe So Good
This paleo meatloaf has every ounce of the delicious flavors and textures you remember from traditional meatloaf, but without the gluten, dairy, and added sugars.Like a traditional meatloaf, we’re topping this one with a ketchup glaze – but paleo! Tangy paleo ketchup, zesty mustard, and slightly sweet/salty coconut aminos play up all the spices in the meatloaf itself for an incredible blend of flavors.This is a great recipe for meal prep or just leftover lunches. Refrigerate any extra meatloaf in an airtight container up to 5 days, and just pop it in the microwave to reheat it. I like to top it with a little fresh glaze to make it even more like day one.
Key Ingredients
Ground Beef – This meatloaf could also be made with ground turkey instead. You may need to adjust the cook time slightly for turkey, or if you’re using a ground beef with a higher or lower fat content. I used an 85/15 beef.Paleo Ketchup – What would meatloaf be without ketchup? Unfortunately, traditional ketchups do not fit a paleo way of eating. Thanks, sugar. The good news, though, is there are several brands that make paleo-friendly condiments nowadays, or you could easily make your own. We’ve got a great recipe for Whole30 Ketchup Recipe (No Dates, Paleo, Vegan)!
Chef’s Tips
If your meatloaf is browning too fast, cover the pan with foil. That will help retain some of the heat and encourage the center of the loaf to cook more in line with the outside of the loaf.If you’re on a time crunch, want to make the portions super easy, or just want to have a little fun with your food, bake the meatloaf mixture in a muffin tin instead of a loaf shape. Since they’re smaller, the bake time would be much lower, and you’ll end up with home-cooked paleo meatloaf muffins. SO convenient if you’re a food tracker.Let the meatloaf rest for 5 minutes or so before slicing it up. That will help retain some of the moisture in it, ensuring you’ve got a perfectly juicy, tender slice of meatloaf. Keep in mind that it will continue to cook a little as it rests, so be careful not to overcook it.
More Paleo Recipes You Need to Try
Whole30 Grazing Board (Paleo, Dairy Free, Gluten Free)Whole30 Loaded Sweet Potato Fries (Paleo, Dairy Free, Gluten Free)Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies (Bakery Style)Whole30 Marry Me Chicken (Paleo, Dairy Free)Easy Salisbury Steak (Whole30, Paleo, Low Carb)
