Salsa Meatloaf

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this easy and flavorful Salsa Meatloaf recipe, a bold twist on the classic comfort food. Packed with zesty salsa, spices like cumin and chili powder, and tender ground beef, this meatloaf delivers a Tex-Mex-inspired kick in every bite. The tangy-sweet glaze, made from ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce, caramelizes beautifully in the oven, adding a mouthwatering finish. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep and baked to juicy perfection, it’s an effortless dish that pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or a crisp garden salad. Perfect for busy families or meal prepping, this hearty, crowd-pleasing recipe is sure to become a dinnertime favorite. Keywords: salsa meatloaf, Tex-Mex meatloaf recipe, easy meatloaf with salsa, ground beef dinner ideas, weeknight comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Ground beef
• 1 cup Salsa (medium or mild, according to preference)
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salsa, breadcrumbs, eggs, chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Use your hands or a wooden spoon to mix until just combined—do not overmix.

Step 3

Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan. Press it down gently to form an even layer.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce to make the glaze.

Step 5

Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf using a spatula or the back of a spoon.

Step 6

Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55–60 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160°F (71°C) using a meat thermometer.

Step 7

Once done, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute for a moist meatloaf.

Step 8

Slice and serve warm. Pair with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a side salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1624.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2903.1

Total Fat 176.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1014.3mg	0%
Sodium 6978.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 163.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g	0%
Total Sugars 62.5g
Protein 185.8g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 317.4mg	0%
Iron 25.1mg	0%
Potassium 3208.8mg	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: 53.2%

Protein: 24.9%

Carbs: 21.9%