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Healthy Diabetic-Friendly Meatloaf Recipe Easy Veggie-Infused Flavor Guide

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A wholesome, veggie-infused meatloaf recipe designed to be diabetic-friendly, balancing nutrition and flavor with lean ground beef and fresh vegetables for a comforting, satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean recommended)
  • 1 cup finely shredded zucchini (squeeze out excess moisture)
  • ½ cup finely shredded carrots
  • ½ cup finely chopped mushrooms
  • ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ¼ cup low-sodium tomato sauce or no-sugar-added ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme blend)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup no-sugar-added tomato sauce or homemade sugar-free barbecue sauce (for topping)
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. Finely shred zucchini and carrots using a box grater or food processor. Squeeze out excess moisture from the zucchini. Chop mushrooms and onion finely.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine lean ground beef, shredded zucchini, carrots, chopped mushrooms, diced onion, minced garlic, oats, eggs, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, dried herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly without overworking the meat.
  4. Transfer the mixture into the prepared loaf pan and gently press it down to form an even loaf shape. Alternatively, shape freehand on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the no-sugar-added tomato sauce with apple cider vinegar. Spread this evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
  6. Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). Check at 50 minutes to avoid overcooking.
  7. Let the meatloaf rest outside the oven for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
  8. Slice with a sharp serrated knife and serve with your favorite low-carb sides or a crisp green salad.

Notes

Squeeze out excess moisture from zucchini to prevent sogginess. Mix ingredients gently to avoid tough meatloaf. Use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 160°F for safe consumption. Let meatloaf rest 10 minutes before slicing to retain moisture. For gluten-free, use certified gluten-free oats or substitute with almond flour. Variations include using ground turkey or chicken, adding smoked paprika or cayenne for spice, or making mini meatloaf muffins.

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