Beets + Meatloaf = Beetloaf! A Fun and Healthy Gluten-Free Recipe
Cheesy meatloaf with hidden beets! Your kids will love the color, and you'll love the vitamins!
Prep Time15mins
Cook Time45mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy gluten-free recipes, healthy food for kids, recipes for kids
Servings: 6
Ingredients
Nonstick cooking spray
1cupquick oatsUse gluten-free quick oats if needed.
1/2cupmilk
2tbspolive oil or canola oil
1/2packagefrozen onion and pepper mixture*For quick prep! You may also use half of a freshly chopped onion and bell pepper.
2clovesgarlic, diced
1lbground beef or turkey
2/3cupcheddar cheese, grated
2/3cupbeet pureeRoast beets first and then puree.
1tspsalt
1/2tsppepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Coat a 9"x5" loaf pan with cooking spray.
In a large bowl, soak the oats in milk.
Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and set it over medium-high heat. When the skillet is hot, add the oil. Add the garlic and cook for about 2 minutes. Transfer to the bowl with the oats and milk. Add the frozen onion and peppers to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, 7-10 minutes. Add to the bowl with the oats. Add the ground meat, 1/2 cup of cheese, beet puree, salt, and pepper, and stir to combine.
Spread the mixture evenly into the loaf pan. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
Bake for about 45-50 minutes, or until reaching an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut into slices and serve.