Cauliflower-Herb Ground Beef Meatloaf
A tender, herb-infused meatloaf using cauliflower mash instead of breadcrumbs for a low-carb Whole30 version. This American-inspired beef recipe (whole30, gluten-free), ready in about 65 minutes, pairs ground beef, cauliflower, egg for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.25 lbs ground beef
- 1 head, riced cauliflower
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a bowl, combine 1.25 lbs ground beef, 1 riced cauliflower head, 1 large egg, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp dried rosemary, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 2 tbsp coconut aminos. Mix gently with hands until evenly distributed, avoiding overmixing.
- Step 2: Transfer mixture to a parchment-lined loaf pan, pressing firmly into an even 1-inch-thick rectangle. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Step 3: Bake for 45 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F and the surface is lightly browned. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing to retain juices.







