Pizza Meat Loaves

Health score
5%
Pizza Meat Loaves
45 min.
9
155kcal

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Welcome to a culinary delight that combines two beloved comfort foods into one irresistible dish: Pizza Meat Loaves! Perfectly suited for lunch, dinner, or any family gathering, these savory loaves promise to bring a smile to every face at the table. With each bite, you'll be treated to a harmonious blend of ground beef and turkey, enriched with the vibrant flavors of onions, roasted red bell peppers, and aromatic pesto.

Not only are these meat loaves a feast for the senses, but they are also a healthier twist on traditional meatloaf. Each serving is packed with protein and provides a satisfying mix of nutrients, clocking in at just 155 calories. The gooey, melty part-skim mozzarella cheese adds a comforting touch, while a dollop of pizza sauce on top gives it that unmistakable pizza charm.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up these delightful creations that are sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight meal or a fun dish to serve at your next gathering, Pizza Meat Loaves are versatile enough to fit any occasion. Join me in the kitchen and let’s make dinner an adventure worth savoring!

Ingredients

  • large eggs 
  • 0.8 pound ground round 
  • 0.8 pound ground turkey breast 
  • cup onion finely chopped
  • ounce part-skim mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1.5 teaspoons commercial pesto 
  • 0.3 cup pizza sauce 
  • 0.3 cup bottled roasted bell peppers red
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • ounce bread white firm

Equipment

  • food processor
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • kitchen thermometer
  • broiler pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 37
  2. Place bread slices in a food processor, and pulse 10 times or until fine crumbs measure 1 1/4 cups.
  3. Heat a medium nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat.
  4. Add onion; saut 4 minutes or until lightly browned.
  5. Place onion in food processor.
  6. Add bell peppers, and pulse 10 times or until the bell peppers are chopped.
  7. Combine breadcrumbs, onion mixture, cheese, pesto, salt, turkey, beef, and egg. Divide beef mixture into 9 equal portions, shaping each into a (3 x 1-inch) loaf.
  8. Place loaves on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray.
  9. Bake at 375 for 18 minutes or until lightly browned. Spoon about 1 1/2 teaspoons sauce over each loaf.
  10. Bake an additional 10 minutes or until a thermometer registers 160.

Nutrition Facts

Calories155kcal
Protein49.29%
Fat36.02%
Carbs14.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.31
Glycemic Load
2.73
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
9.5947826090066%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.89mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
3.61mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:155.26kcal
7.76%
Fat:6.14g
9.45%
Saturated Fat:2.33g
14.56%
Carbohydrates:5.64g
1.88%
Net Carbohydrates:4.98g
1.81%
Sugar:1.5g
1.66%
Cholesterol:68.11mg
22.7%
Sodium:417.95mg
18.17%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:18.91g
37.83%
Vitamin B3:6.03mg
30.17%
Selenium:18.41µg
26.3%
Vitamin B6:0.52mg
26.02%
Phosphorus:196.7mg
19.67%
Vitamin B12:1.1µg
18.39%
Zinc:2.75mg
18.33%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.47%
Iron:1.63mg
9.03%
Potassium:311.04mg
8.89%
Vitamin B5:0.73mg
7.31%
Magnesium:25.33mg
6.33%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.71%
Calcium:55.65mg
5.57%
Vitamin C:4.36mg
5.29%
Folate:20.2µg
5.05%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.33%
Copper:0.09mg
4.3%
Vitamin A:138.07IU
2.76%
Fiber:0.66g
2.64%
Vitamin E:0.36mg
2.39%
Vitamin D:0.31µg
2.06%
Source:My Recipes