Salsa Meat Loaf

Elevate your classic comfort food game with this irresistible Salsa Meat Loaf recipe—a flavorful twist on a traditional favorite! Packed with hearty ground beef, zesty salsa, warm spices like cumin and chili powder, and the perfect balance of breadcrumbs and milk for staying moist, this meatloaf is anything but ordinary. A topping of tangy salsa creates a mouthwatering glaze that caramelizes as it bakes to golden perfection. Ideal for weeknight dinners, this easy-to-prepare dish takes just 20 minutes of prep before the oven does the rest of the work. Serve this crowd-pleaser with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a satisfying meal that’s bursting with bold Tex-Mex-inspired flavors. Perfect for meal prep or family gatherings, this Salsa Meat Loaf is sure to become a new household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup salsa
• 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 cup extra salsa for topping

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a standard-sized loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, salsa (1 cup), chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Use clean hands or a wooden spoon to mix everything together until all the ingredients are evenly distributed. Be careful not to overmix as this can make the meatloaf dense.

Step 4

Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared loaf pan and press it down gently to shape it into an even loaf.

Step 5

Spread the additional 0.5 cup of salsa evenly over the top of the meatloaf to create a flavorful glaze.

Step 6

Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60 minutes or until the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).

Step 7

Once done, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 8

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1693.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2865.7

Total Fat 180.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 985.1mg	0%
Sodium 6245.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 128.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.5g	0%
Total Sugars 30.7g
Protein 190.3g	0%

Vitamin D 135.7IU	0%
Calcium 641.5mg	0%
Iron 25.8mg	0%
Potassium 3907.8mg	0%

*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: 56.0%

Protein: 26.3%

Carbs: 17.8%