Oven-Roasted Hidden Veggie Meatloaf with Carrot and Zucchini

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A comforting oven-roasted meatloaf packed with finely grated carrot and zucchini to sneak in extra veggies while delivering rich, savory flavors. This American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 75 minutes, pairs ground beef, grated carrot, grated zucchini for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 330 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 60 min Serves 6 American cuisine 330 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F. In a large mixing bowl, soak 3/4 cup breadcrumbs with 1/4 cup milk for 5 minutes until absorbed and soft.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb ground beef, 1/2 cup grated carrot, 1/2 cup grated zucchini, 1/2 cup finely chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 large egg, 1/4 cup ketchup, 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to the soaked breadcrumbs. Mix gently with your hands until just combined, taking care not to overwork the meat.
  3. Step 3: Lightly oil a loaf pan with 1 tbsp olive oil. Transfer the meat mixture into the pan and shape into a compact loaf.
  4. Step 4: Bake uncovered for 55-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F, and the edges are browned and slightly crispy.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute and the loaf to firm up.

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