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    Gluten Free Meatloaf Recipe

    Apr 9, 2022 The Diet Chef

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    This gluten free meatloaf has a tender center, crisp crust, and delicious ketchup glaze topping, making each mouthful a heavenly experience. And this gluten free meatloaf recipe is easy to prepare in just 10 minutes.

    Meatloaf on a white plate with three slices cut out from the front of it that are lying on top of one another on the plate.

    Table of Contents

    • The Best Gluten Free Meatloaf
      • Ingredients
      • How to Make Gluten Free Meatloaf
        • Step 1: Prep
        • Step 2: Mix All the Ingredients
        • Step 3: Baking The Meatloaf & Making The Glaze
      • How To Store Meatloaf
        • How To Reheat Meatloaf
      • Other Gluten Free Recipes
      • Wrapping It Up
    • Gluten Free Meatloaf Recipe
      • Ingredients
      • Instructions
      • Notes
      • Nutrition
      • Did you make this recipe?

    The Best Gluten Free Meatloaf

    Meatloaf is such a classic and comforting dish. It's hearty, meaty, nutritious, and a meal that the whole family will look forward to eating.

    We're taking a classic meatloaf in this recipe and switching it up to make it gluten free. And honestly, it couldn't be any easier or delicious! 

    There's really only one main substitute to do this, and I have a few secret ingredients that give this gluten free meatloaf a unique depth of flavor.

    Since it's so simple and easy to make, this recipe really is a life-saver when you need a meal that will feed the whole family on a busy weeknight.

    And to complete the meal, you can make these air fryer brussel sprouts and cauliflower mashed potatoes for a healthy and delicious addition for a gluten free dinner. 

    Three slices of meatloaf overlapping one another on a white plate.

    Ingredients

    As with so many home cooking classics, this gluten free meatloaf is made from mostly staple ingredients. So you should have a good portion of these ingredients at home already!

    With that said, here's everything you'll need:

    • 1.8lbs (850g) ground beef
    • ½ cup (50g) almond flour or gluten-free rolled oats
    • 2 stalk of leek, finely minced (combine using hand with half a teaspoon of salt, to soften)
    • ½ cup (50g) parmesan cheese  
    • 2 tablespoon olive oil
    • 2 eggs
    • 2 clove of garlic, minced
    • 1 tablespoon mustard
    • 2 tablespoon tomato paste
    • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
    • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
    • chopped parsley
    • Salt and pepper
    • 6 tablespoon gluten free ketchup
    • 1 tablespoon sugar

    The main switch to make this meatloaf gluten free is using either almond flour or gluten free rolled oats in place of breadcrumbs. Whichever one you choose will work to help bind the ingredients together and add to the delicious flavor. Oh, and if you decide to use oats - and you have some leftover - give this Instant Pot oatmeal recipe a shot next!

    By the way, if you have to go to the grocery store for anything, grab any ingredients you need to make these gluten free chocolate chip cookies for dessert!

    Meatloaf in a glass bowl, Parmesan cheese in a bowl, catch up in a bowl, chopped leeks in a bowl, mayonnaise and mustard in a bowl, almond flour in a bowl, soy sauce in a bowl, tomato paste in a bowl, salt and pepper in a bowl, and an egg all on a white counter.

    How to Make Gluten Free Meatloaf

    As I said before, this recipe really couldn't be more straightforward! All you have to do is a little mixing and let the oven take care of the rest.

    And this recipe is beginner-friendly, so even if you've never cooked meatloaf before, it will turn out great. 

    I keep telling you how easy this is, but now it's time for me to prove it, so grab your ingredients and let's get cooking!

    Grated Parmesan cheese, two eggs, tomato paste, almond flour, mayo, and mustard surrounding ground beef in a glass bowl on top of the white counter. In front of the bowl is a cracked egg shell.

    Step 1: Prep

    First, preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190°C). 

    Then take a loaf pan can get out a loaf pan - I used a 9x5 - and coat the bottom and sides well with olive oil. Set the pan aside for after you prepare the meatloaf mixture.

    Chopped leaks and parsley on top of meatloaf mixture in a glass bowl with a spoon in it.

    Step 2: Mix All the Ingredients

    Now take out a large bowl and add the ground beef, grated parmesan cheese, almond flour, eggs, garlic, mustard, tomato paste, mayonnaise, soy sauce, sea salt, and black pepper to it. 

    Then mix everything together in the bowl until it's well combined. Once it is, add the salted leeks and chopped parsley and mix again until they are incorporated into the mixture.

    Meatloaf mixture in a loaf pan on top of a white counter.

    Step 3: Baking The Meatloaf & Making The Glaze

    Next, pour the meatloaf mixture into the prepared loaf pan and evenly spread it out with a rubber spatula. Then bake it for about 35-40 minutes.

    While the meatloaf is baking, you can make the ketchup glaze. To do this, add the ketchup and sugar to a small bowl and mix them together. 

    Once it cooks for 35-40 minutes, take it out of the oven, spread the meatloaf glaze on top, then return it to the oven to bake for another 10-15 minutes. Or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). 

    After it cooks, slice, serve warm, and enjoy!

    Ketchup glaze on top of meatloaf in a loaf pan that is on a wooden cutting board on a white counter. In front of the cutting board is a glass cup with a spoon in it and some ketchup smears.

    How To Store Meatloaf

    This easy meatloaf recipe will make about 10 slices, so you'll have plenty for a big family dinner. And odds are you'll even have some leftovers that you can enjoy for lunch or dinner the next few days!

    To store the leftovers, let the meatloaf cool completely and then transfer it to a shallow airtight container. Or you can wrap it tightly with heavy-duty tin foil or plastic wrap. Either way, it will last in the fridge for up to 4 days.

    Three slices of meatloaf on top of one another on a white plate. The slices are touching part of the whole meatloaf.

    How To Reheat Meatloaf

    Meatloaf is best enjoyed warm, so to reheat it, first preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C).

    Then put as many slices of meatloaf that you want to heat in an oven safe baking dish. Add a tablespoon of water or broth to keep it from drying out, and cover the dish with aluminum foil. 

    Now put the meatloaf in the oven for about 25 minutes until it reaches your desired temperature. 

    Part of a whole meatloaf with three slices overlapping one another in front of it on a white plate.

    Other Gluten Free Recipes

    If you're looking for even more gluten free recipes to try, I've got more than a few already on the blog already!

    Try one of these next:

    • Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
    • Gluten Free Cinnamon Rolls
    • Chocolate Cake
    • Pizza
    • Peanut Butter Cookies
    • Meringue Cookies

    Wrapping It Up

    Well, that is how to make meatloaf gluten free in just a few easy steps! 

    It comes out perfectly tender on the inside with a wonderfully crisp crust and tasty ketchup topping. 

    This seriously is the best meatloaf - gluten free or not - that you can make! And everyone is sure to love it, so you know you've got a hit of a recipe for your next dinner.

    I hope you enjoy this gluten free meatloaf. If you make it, leave a comment below and let me know what you think.

    Oh, and for even more delicious recipes check out my YouTube Channel. I post new recipes every week on it.

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    Gluten Free Meatloaf Recipe

    Three slices of meatloaf lying on one another touching part of a whole meatloaf on a white plate.
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    This gluten free meatloaf has a tender center, crisp crust, and delicious ketchup glaze topping, making each mouthful a heavenly experience. And this gluten free meatloaf recipe is easy to prepare in just 10 minutes.

    • Author: The Diet Chef
    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cook Time: 50 minutes
    • Total Time: 55 minutes
    • Yield: 10 servings 1x
    • Category: Dinner
    • Method: Oven
    • Cuisine: Gluten-Free

    Ingredients

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    1.8lbs (850g) ground beef

    ½ cup (50g) almond flour or gluten-free rolled oats

    2 stalk of leek, finely minced (combine using hand with half a teaspoon of salt, to soften)

    ½ cup (50g) parmesan cheese

    2 tbsp olive oil

    2 eggs

    2 clove of garlic, minced

    1 tbsp mustard

    2 tbsp tomato paste

    1 tbsp mayonnaise

    1 tbsp soy sauce

    chopped parsley

    Salt and pepper

    6 tbsp gluten free ketchup

    1 tbsp sugar

    Instructions

    1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Coat a loaf pan (I used 9x5) with olive oil and set aside until you prepare the mixture for the meatloaf. 
    2. In a large bowl mix together the ground beef, grated Parmesan cheese, almond flour, eggs, garlic, mustard, tomato pasta, mayonnaise, Soy Sauce, sea salt, and black pepper. Combine all the ingredients well, then add the salted leeks and chopped parsley.
    3. Pour mixture into a loaf pan and bake for 35-40 minutes.
    4. In the meantime, prepare the glaze by mixing the ketchup and sugar in a small bowl. At the end of the cooking time, coat the meatloaf and return to the oven to bake for another 10 to 15 minutes or until internal temp reaches 160°F. Slice, serve warm, and enjoy! 

    Notes

    The scale up function does not change the gram measurements.

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving
    • Calories: 271
    • Fat: 18
    • Carbohydrates: 7
    • Fiber: 1
    • Protein: 22

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    1. Nick says

      April 10, 2022 at 8:54 pm

      This meatloaf is top notch.






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    2. Novita says

      April 27, 2022 at 2:14 pm

      I just made this, this tastes soooo GEWWWWWD! thanks for the recipe

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    Hey there! I'm Joe Duff - The Diet Chef, and I've been creating low carb keto recipes for over 15 years. Initally, I started making these recipes to help myself lose weight - I lost over 75 pounds doing so - but now I make recipes for the entire low carb keto community!
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