Best 6 Whole Grain Greek Meatloaf Recipes

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Whole grain greek meatloaf is a flavorful and nutritious dish that combines the classic comfort food of meatloaf with the healthy benefits of whole grains and Mediterranean flavors. Made with a mixture of ground beef, pork, or lamb, whole grain greek meatloaf is seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices, typically including oregano, garlic, onion, cumin, and cinnamon, and often includes the addition of chopped vegetables such as zucchini, carrots, and bell peppers. The meatloaf is then baked until cooked through, and served with a variety of accompaniments such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a tangy tomato sauce. Whether you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal for your family or a special occasion, whole grain greek meatloaf is sure to be a hit.

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BASIC MEAT LOAF



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Since I can't have much salt, I've come up with a recipe for easy meatloaf that is really tasty without it. -Lillian Wittler, Wayne, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup 2% milk
3 slices whole wheat bread, torn into pieces
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
3 tablespoons ketchup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, whisk egg and milk. Add bread; let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in onion, Worcestershire sauce and seasonings. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well., Shape into a loaf in a greased 11x7-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, for 35 minutes; drain. , Spoon ketchup over loaf. Bake until a thermometer reads 160°, 10-20 minutes longer. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 276mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GREEK MEAT LOAVES



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Flavored with sun-dried tomatoes and Greek olives, this twist on traditional meat loaf will be a hit, especially when served with a Greek salad and crusty bread. -Radelle Knappenberger, Oviedo, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 loaves (6 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup 2% milk
1 large red onion, finely chopped
3/4 cup quick-cooking oats
1/3 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, patted dry and finely chopped
1/3 cup pitted Greek olives, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Pat into two greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Cover and freeze one meat loaf for up to 3 months., Bake remaining meat loaf, uncovered, at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 5 minutes. Transfer to a serving plate; sprinkle with cheese. , To use frozen meat loaf: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Bake as directed; sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 545mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

HEALTHIER EASY MEATLOAF



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This no-fail recipe for meatloaf doesn't take long to make and is healthier with lean ground beef, low-fat milk, whole wheat bread crumbs, some fresh parsley, and carrot.

Provided by MakeItHealthy

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
1 egg
1 onion, chopped
1 cup low-fat (1%) milk
1 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 large carrot, grated
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
⅓ cup ketchup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  • Combine beef, egg, onion, milk, bread crumbs, parsley, and carrot in a large bowl. Season with salt and black pepper. Place beef mixture in loaf pan.
  • Stir together brown sugar, mustard, and ketchup in a small bowl. Pour over meatloaf.
  • Bake in preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Cholesterol 82.8 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 21.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 284.8 mg, Sugar 9.8 g

BEST MEATLOAF IN THE WHOLE WIDE WORLD!



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This meatloaf will leave everyone at the table smiling. It is just the right amount of sweet and spice! Yummy!

Provided by Liz E.

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

⅓ cup ketchup
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup bacon bits
¼ cup crushed pineapple, drained
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
1 pound ground beef
¼ cup dry bread crumbs
¼ cup crushed saltine crackers
1 egg, beaten
½ clove garlic, minced
¼ onion, minced
2 dashes Worcestershire sauce
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Stir ketchup, brown sugar, bacon bits, pineapple, and 1 dash Worcestershire sauce together in a small bowl; reserve.
  • Combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, saltines, egg, garlic, onion, 2 dashes of Worcestershire sauce, and salt and pepper in a large bowl; mix well. Pat meat mixture into a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • Bake meatloaf in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove from oven; pour reserved pineapple mixture over loaf. Return to the oven; bake until no longer pink in the center, about an additional 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401 calories, Carbohydrate 30.7 g, Cholesterol 119.6 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 1046.9 mg, Sugar 21.4 g

GREEK MEATLOAF



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Make and share this Greek Meatloaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by PetsRus

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground lamb
2 large eggs
1 cup fresh breadcrumb
1 cup green onion, finely chopped
4 ounces feta cheese, finely crumbled
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon dried mint
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup olive, chopped (green or black)
1 tablespoon tomato paste (puree)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F
  • In large bowl, mix all ingredients just until well combined but not overmixed.
  • In 13x9 metal baking pan, shape meat mixture into 9x5 inch loaf.
  • Bake meat loaf 1 hour approx, drain fat half way through cooking, if needed.
  • Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.

TWENTY-FIVE INGREDIENT MEATLOAF



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h25m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

1 ounce pomace olive oil
12 green onions, chopped
3 celery stalks, chopped
3 large cloves garlic, minced
1 jumbo carrot, chopped
1 large yellow onion, diced
1 each, red, orange and yellow pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon sugar
3 large eggs
5 ounces half-and-half
5 ounces ketchup
1 1/2 pounds extra-lean ground beef
1 1/2 pounds bulk sweet Italian sausage
2 cups panko breadcrumbs
6 sprigs fresh cilantro, chopped
Nonstick cooking spray, for the pan

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Heat oil in heavy skillet. Add green onions, celery, garlic, carrot, onion and peppers and saute until sweated, about 5 minutes. Do not overcook. Set aside to cool. Combine salt, black and white peppers, cayenne, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, thyme, sugar and eggs in a large bowl and beat well. Add half-and-half and ketchup and blend thoroughly. Add meats, breadcrumbs, cilantro and cooled vegetables to egg mixture and blend thoroughly with hands for about 5 minutes. With damp hands, form the mixture into an oval resembling a long loaf of bread. Place on a cookie sheet that has been lined with foil and sprayed with cooking spray. Cover with foil. Bake 45 minutes, then uncover and bake 15 minutes more. Let rest for 20 minutes before slicing and serving.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of whole grains. This will give your meatloaf a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include brown rice, quinoa, oats, and barley.
  • Don't overmix the meatloaf. Overmixing will make the meatloaf tough. Just mix the ingredients until they are combined.
  • Let the meatloaf rest before baking. This will help the flavors to meld and the meatloaf to hold together better.
  • Bake the meatloaf at a moderate temperature. This will help to prevent the meatloaf from drying out.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the meatloaf is cooked through. The internal temperature of the meatloaf should reach 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the meatloaf cool slightly before slicing. This will help the meatloaf to hold its shape.
  • Serve the meatloaf with your favorite sides. Some good options include mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.

Conclusion:

Whole grain Greek meatloaf is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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