Best 7 Healthy Slow Cooked Meat Loaf Recipes
In the realm of culinary delights, there exists a dish that blends convenience, nourishment, and comforting flavors: the slow-cooked meat loaf. This culinary masterpiece, crafted with a symphony of aromatic spices, succulent ground meat, and a tender, moist texture, offers a delectable treat that satisfies both the palate and the soul. As you embark on a journey to create the ultimate healthy slow-cooked meat loaf, let us guide you through a realm of culinary exploration, where taste and well-being harmoniously converge.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
MEAT LOAF FROM THE SLOW COOKER
This simple, easy-to-make meat loaf is one of my personal favorites. I'm often asked for the recipe. -Laura Burgess, Mount Vernon, South Dakota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 3h25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cut three 25x3-in. strips of heavy-duty foil; crisscross so they resemble spokes of a wheel. Place strips on the bottom and up the sides of a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Coat strips with cooking spray., In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Crumble beef and sausage over mixture and mix well (mixture will be moist). Shape into a loaf. Place meat loaf in the center of the strips., In a small bowl, combine sauce ingredients. Spoon over meat loaf. Cover and cook on low 3-4 hours or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°. Using foil strips as handles, remove the meat loaf to a platter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 681mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CLASSIC SLOW-COOKER MEATLOAF
Our favorite meatloaf recipe does great in the slow cooker. Made with familiar flavorings that have stood the test of time, this meatloaf is as classic as it gets. And it's about as easy as it gets, too-just toss together the ingredients, set your loaf in a foil-lined slow cooker and forget it! Your meal will be ready in 3 to 4 hours, and you don't need to be stuck in the kitchen in the meantime. And lucky you if there are leftovers-we love using this for meatloaf sandwiches the next day!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 3h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Line 4 1/2- to 5-quart slow cooker with foil. Spray foil with cooking spray.
- In large bowl, mix all ingredients except ketchup. Shape mixture into loaf, and place in center of slow cooker. Spread ketchup over top.
- Cover; cook on Low heat setting 3 to 4 hours or until meat thermometer inserted in center of loaf reads 160°F. Remove meatloaf from slow cooker to serving platter. Cut into pieces to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 560 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 1 g
HEALTHY SLOW-COOKED MEAT LOAF
What could be easier than this recipe for an Italian-inspired meat loaf made in the slow cooker? No fuss, easy cleanup and great taste; it's all right here! -Sharon Delaney-Chronis, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 3h15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut four 20x3-in. strips of heavy-duty foil; crisscross so they resemble spokes of a wheel. Place strips on the bottom and up the sides of a 3-qt. slow cooker. Coat strips with cooking spray. , In a large bowl, combine the bread crumbs, 1 cup spaghetti sauce, egg, onion, and seasonings. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into a loaf; place in the center of the strips. , Spoon remaining spaghetti sauce over meat loaf. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until a thermometer reads 160°. Using foil strips as handles, remove meat loaf to a platter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 635mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SLOW COOKER MEATLOAF (HEALTHY)
I am able to have my favorite comfort food and have it fit into my eating program. This is so easy to prepare. And with the crockpot, it is all the more comforting to come home to this cooking. I have only cooked this with ground turkey, but I'm sure you could use ground sirloin. This is another recipe from Joanna Lund. I don't know the calories right now, I'm using my hand written copy. Each serving is only 2 Protein, 1/2 Vegetable and 1/2 Starch diabetic exchanges. Posted for my friends at WLB2006.
Provided by Doing it Right
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 8h10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Spray a slow cooker container with butter flavored cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine meat, onion, bread pieces, mustard and 1/2 cup tomato sauce.
- Mix well to combine.
- Form into a large ball.
- Place in prepared slow cooker container.
- Stir the Splenda and parsley flakes into the remaining tomato sauce and spoon mixture evenly over meat loaf.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours.
- Divide into 8 servings.
- When serving, evenly spoon sauce over top.
- Freezes well.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 146, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 67.5, Sodium 246.3, Carbohydrate 4.3, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 2.2, Protein 15.5
SLOW-COOKER MEATLOAF
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 8h30m
Yield 4 servings (with leftovers)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine the meatloaf mix, panko, eggs, 3/4 cup ketchup, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, the scallions, parsley, thyme, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl; mix with your hands until just combined. Form into a 5-by-9-inch loaf.
- Transfer the meatloaf to a 6-quart slow cooker. Scatter the potatoes and carrots over and around the meatloaf. Pour in the chicken broth. Cover the slow cooker and cook 8 hours on low or 4 hours on high.
- When the meatloaf is done, skim off any excess fat from the juices in the slow cooker. Combine the remaining 1/2 cup ketchup, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce and the brown sugar in a small bowl, then whisk in 1/4 cup juices from the slow cooker. Brush the top of the meatloaf with the ketchup mixture. Cover the slow cooker and let the meatloaf rest, 10 minutes.
- Remove the meatloaf from the slow cooker and slice in half. Serve half with the vegetables; top with more parsley. Reserve the remaining half for Meatloaf Quesadillas.
MOMMA'S HEALTHY MEATLOAF
This is a super healthy and simplified version of a family favorite.
Provided by NOLAMom
Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatloaf Recipes Beef Meatloaf Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray a 9x5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir green bell pepper and onion in the hot oil until onion is transparent and bell pepper is softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, eggs, carrot, zucchini, salt, pepper, and bell pepper mixture in a large bowl; mix well using your hands. Press meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, 35 to 40 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Spread ketchup on the top of the meatloaf and continue baking until bubbling, about 5 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.5 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 157.2 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 457.2 mg, Sugar 6.5 g
EASY SLOW-COOKER MEATLOAF
Easy meatloaf from Alison & Simon Holst's "100 great ways to use slow cookers and crock pots"
Provided by Cactus Cat
Categories Meat
Time 5h15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix everything together well.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf or ball shape (whatever your slow cooker fits best) on a sheet of baking paper.
- Lower the loaf into the slow cooker, cook on high for 4-6 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 627, Fat 50.7, SaturatedFat 17.5, Cholesterol 157.7, Sodium 1006.5, Carbohydrate 3.3, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.7, Protein 37.2
Tips:
- To ensure even cooking, form the meatloaf into a compact, oval shape and place it in the center of the slow cooker.
- Use a combination of ground beef and ground pork for a moist and flavorful meatloaf.
- Add vegetables like chopped onions, bell peppers, or carrots to the meatloaf mixture for added nutrition and flavor.
- Use a flavorful glaze or sauce to brush on the meatloaf before cooking. This will help keep it moist and add a delicious crust.
- Cook the meatloaf on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the center reads 160°F (71°C).
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. This allows the juices to redistribute and makes the meatloaf easier to slice.
Conclusion:
Slow-cooked meatloaf is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that's perfect for busy weeknights. With a variety of recipes to choose from, you can find a meatloaf that suits your taste and dietary preferences. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give slow-cooked meatloaf a try.
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love