This Keto + Paleo meatloaf recipe is a healthier take on classic meatloaf. No breadcrumbs are used, making it an easy low-carb dinner. It’s the ultimate in clean eating comfort food, our specialty!
Some Sneaky Veggies in This Keto Meatloaf
This “healthier” take on low carb meatloaf has some veggies mixed in:
- Mushrooms
- Cauliflower
- Onion
- Carrot
- Parsnip
These veggies are mixed in with the meatloaf to add some delicious flavor and texture. They also help to keep the meatloaf from drying out.
If you like this recipe, check out our keto friendly ground beef meatloaf.
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Making Meatloaf with no Breadcrumbs
Making a healthier version of meatloaf usually requires ditching breadcrumbs.
Honestly, you don’t really need them. Plus, without breadcrumbs you make your meatloaf gluten-free.
I’ve found that eggs work just fine as a binder for meatloaf and help hold everything together. You don’t need almond flour or anything like that, just some eggs!
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Can I use a different meat for this meatloaf?
We used ground beef and pork, but you could really use any ground meat for this recipe. It could be made with 100% beef or also with ground chicken or ground turkey.
If you are looking for a ground chicken meatloaf, check out this unbelievably moist chicken meatloaf.
Can you freeze meatloaf?
We love this meatloaf recipe because you can make a big batch and eat on it all week for leftovers.
Or, you can make it and save it for later by freezing. Here’s how:
- After cooking, slice up the meatloaf
- Freeze them in the individual portions you will want for serving
- When ready, simply defrost the meatloaf and heat it up in the microwave or in a skillet on the stove
The ketchup on top is optional
Spreading ketchup on top of meatloaf is something you either love or hate (I think). I personally used to hate it and now I enjoy a small layer of ketchup on top. It’s just a little sweet and tangy that pairs perfectly with the savory meatloaf.
There are several low-sugar and Whole30 compliant ketchups you can find in stores now too!
- Primal Kitchen
- Tessemae’s
- Red Duck – The Smoky Ketchup is what we used, not all are Whole30 compliant.
What do I serve with this low carb meatloaf
Here are some side dish suggestions. Want more, check out all of our healthy side dish recipes!
- Loaded Mashed Cauliflower
- Simple Roasted Radishes
- Jicama Fries
- Turmeric Maple Roasted Beets and Carrots
- Brown Butter Mushrooms
- Apple Walnut Spinach Salad
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Keto + Paleo Meatloaf (With Ground Beef & Pork)
Ingredients
- 2 cups mushrooms, (about 8oz)
- 1 cup cauliflower florets, (or riced cauliflower)
- 1 leek, (or sub onion)
- 1 medium sized carrot
- 1 medium sized parsnip, (or sub carrot)
- 2 tbsp avocado oil, (or ghee)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 eggs
- 2 tbsp rosemary, freshly chopped
- 2 tbsp oregano, freshly chopped
- 1/2 cup parsley, freshly chopped
- 2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp pepper
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1/2 cup Whole30 ketchup, (optional topping)
Instructions
- If using a food processor, use the grating attachment.
- Put the mushrooms, cauliflower, leek, carrot and parsnip through the food processor. Otherwise, if you are doing it by hand, dice the mushrooms and leek and grate the cauliflower, carrot and parsnip with a box grater.
- Preheat your oven to 400° Fahrenheit.
- In a large skillet, heat the avocado oil over medium heat and add in the vegetables.
- Sauté the vegetables for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add in the garlic at the end with a couple of minutes left. Set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl mix the eggs with rosemary, oregano, parsley and salt and pepper.
- Add the meat and cooled vegetables to the bowl. Mix gently with your hands until all of the ingredients are well incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture to a 9 x 5 loaf pan or 8 x 8 baking pan (it should fit either). The loaf pan will be rounded over the top and the square pan will be even and flat. Make sure to spread it evenly into the corners.
- If you are using a 8 x 8 pan, bake for one hour. If using a loaf pan, bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°.
- Remove from oven and carefully pour off the liquid from the pan. If you are topping with ketchup, spread ketchup over the top and put it back in the oven for a few minutes to allow the ketchup to warm up.
- Allow the meatloaf to cool off for a few minutes. Slice into pieces and serve.
This is my go-to meatloaf recipe. I love how moist and healthy it is with the incorporation of all the veggies. The freshly chopped herbs give it a wonderful fresh flavor as well. It’s currently 4 degrees F here in Colorado and this dish will definitely be warming me up!
Happy to hear that Ashley!
Delicious! Not the dry tasteless lump that gives meatloaf a bad name. This is tasty, juicy and best of all, (for those with nut and gluten allergies) doesn’t make you feel icky afterwards. Definitely one to keep in the menu rotation.
Yes, this is such a tasty version! Thanks for coming back to leave a review and rating 🙂
Just made this but cooking it in my crockpot. Cooking on low for six hours. It’s a 6qt crockpot so the meatloaf is spread fairly thin and not as thick as a loaf pan.
Will report back with results but wondered if you had ever used the crockpot for this?
We haven’t tried cooking our meatloaf in a crockpot before. Look forward to hearing how it went!
At what temperature do you bake it?
400 – See step #3
My new go-to meatloaf. So good
This was amazing! I have never been crazy about meatloaf, but started Whole 30 and thought I would give this a try based on the reviews. My husband said it was the best meatloaf he has ever had. I will definitely keep this recipe and make it again in the future. Thanks so much!
You’re welcome Robin, thank you so much for coming back to leave a rating and review 🙂
This recipe is the bomb! We love it! Thank you!
You’re very welcome, thanks for coming back to leave a rating and review!
This was excellent! Thank you for sharing. All enjoyed it. It made a lot of meatloaf so I can have seconds?
This is anything but boring! I think I ate half of the whole thing! It was so flavorful and it was amazing that it was half meat and half veggies. My husband was hesitant and now he asks me to make it often! I have even used this to meal prep lunches for the week because the slices are pretty filling!
Yes, you’d never know there are all those veggies in there if you didn’t make it yourself!
This meatloaf was full of flavor and moist. This is my go to recipe for meatloaf now.
That’s so great to hear! We love knowing that we’ll be making a repeat visit to your kitchen :).
This dish was so quick to make and super tasty!
Wonderful! We’re glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for visiting!