Instant Pot Meatloaf
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
22 mins
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Total Time
27 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
343 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Instant Pot Meatloaf
Description
This Instant Pot Meatloaf recipe blends ground beef with minced onion, garlic, almond flour as a binder, shredded mozzarella for richness, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. The mixture is shaped and placed in a baking pan that fits inside the Instant Pot on a trivet above water for steaming and pressure cooking. After cooking at high pressure for 22 minutes and quick release, the meatloaf is topped with tomato sauce and fresh parsley for garnish.
The pressure cooking method helps retain moisture inside the meatloaf, resulting in a tender, evenly cooked dish that benefits from the melding of flavors in a compact form. The almond flour acts as a gluten-free binder alongside eggs, and the mozzarella adds gooeyness and depth. The tomato sauce topping adds a subtle tang and surface moisture, preventing dryness.
This meatloaf can be served as a main course alongside classic sides or with mashed potatoes, vegetables, or a salad. The quick cooking time in the Instant Pot makes it approachable on a busy day without sacrificing the homestyle meatloaf texture and flavor. Parsley adds a fresh herbal note to finish.
To enhance flavor, onions and garlic can be sautéed first if desired. Avoid over-mixing to keep the texture tender. The meatloaf can be made ahead and refrigerated to develop more flavor before cooking. Combining different ground meats is an option to customize texture and taste.
Ingredients
Instant Pot Meatloaf Ingredients
- 1 onion minced, medium
- 3 garlic minced, large cloves
- 1.5 lbs ground beef 680 g
- .75 cups almond flour 85g
- 1 cup mozzarella shredded, (113g
- 2 egg large
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce for topping, no added sugar
- parsley for garnish, fresh chopped
- cooking spray calorie-controlled
Instructions
Instant Pot Meatloaf Instructions
- In a medium bowl, use your hands to combine all ingredients except for the tomato sauce and parsley.
- Place a metal trivet into the bottom of the Instant Pot insert. Add 1 cup water to the insert.
- Spray an (7 or 8 inch baking pan or springform pan with calorie-controlled cooking spray.
- Add meatloaf to the pan, making sure to spread out evenly.
- Make an aluminum sling and carefully lower the pan onto the trivet.
- Select the manual or pressure cook button (dependent upon IP model) and set to high pressure for 22 mins. When done, do a quick pressure release.
- After the quick pressure release, carefully remove the Instant Pot meatloaf with the aluminum sling.
- Top your Instant Pot meatloaf with the tomato sauce and sprinkle with parsley. Serve.
Crockpot Meatloaf Instructions
- In a medium bowl, use your hands to combine all ingredients except for the tomato sauce and parsley.
- Add the meatloaf mixture to the bottom of the ceramic slow cooker insert, shaping into an oval.
- Cover the meatloaf with tomato sauce.
- Place the lid on the crockpot and cook on low for 6 hrs.
- Use a large spatula to carefully remove the meatloaf from the crockpot. Transfer to a cutting board or serving platter.
- Garnish with chopped parsley, serve and enjoy!
Oven Baked Meatloaf Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 F / 180 C.
- In a medium bowl, use your hands to combine all ingredients except for the tomato sauce and parsley.
- Add the meatloaf mixture to a loaf pan, and cover with tomato sauce.
- Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 160 F.
- Remove from oven, and transfer from loaf pan to a cutting board or serving platter.
- Garnish with chopped parsley, serve and enjoy!
Notes
- The recipe yields 3 Freestyle SmartPoints per serving.
- For richer flavor, blend different types of ground meat, such as beef and pork.
- Ground turkey can be substituted for a lighter version.
- Sautéing the onion and garlic before mixing can enhance aroma and taste.
- Handle the meat mixture gently and avoid overmixing to maintain tenderness.
- Preparing the meatloaf mixture a day ahead and refrigerating allows the flavors to meld well.
- Cooking time excludes the Instant Pot's pressure build-up and natural release periods.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 343 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 343kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 112mg | 37% |
| Sodium | 361mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 317mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 187IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 121mg | 12% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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