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Homestyle Heart-Shaped Meatloaf (Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Dairy-Free)

Name: Homestyle Heart-Shaped Meatloaf (Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Dairy-Free)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 ½ lbs ground beef (or mix of beef and turkey); ½ cup gluten-free oats or almond flour; 1 small onion, finely diced; 1 medium carrot, finely diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp tomato paste; 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley; 1 tbsp coconut aminos (soy-free alternative to soy sauce); 1 tsp salt; ½ tsp black pepper; 1 tsp dried thyme; 2 eggs (or flax eggs for egg-free: 2 tbsp ground flax + 6 tbsp water); ¼ cup tomato ketchup (check for gluten/soy/dairy-free); 1 tbsp maple syrup; 1 tsp apple cider vinegar; Optional: pinch of smoked paprika or mustard powder

Category:

Main Course

Difficulty: Easy

Serves:

6 people

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 55 Minutes

Rating:

(0.00/5)

June 25, 2025 by Chef Molly

A tender and juicy meatloaf packed with vegetables and flavor, shaped with love. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions—without the allergens!

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What You’ll Need:

Meatloaf

1 ½ lbs ground beef (or mix of beef and turkey)
½ cup gluten-free oats or almond flour
1 small onion, finely diced
1 medium carrot, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp tomato paste
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1 tbsp coconut aminos (soy-free alternative to soy sauce)
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp dried thyme
2 eggs (or flax eggs for egg-free: 2 tbsp ground flax + 6 tbsp water)

Glaze

¼ cup tomato ketchup (check for gluten/soy/dairy-free)
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
Optional: pinch of smoked paprika or mustard powder

Prepration for:Homestyle Heart-Shaped Meatloaf (Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Dairy-Free)

Step 1/6

Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking tray or loaf pan with parchment paper.

Step 2/6

Sauté the Veggies (optional for softness): Lightly sauté onion, garlic, and carrot in a pan with a touch of olive oil until softened (about 4–5 minutes). Let cool.

Step 3/6

Mix the Meatloaf: In a large bowl, combine ground meat, sautéed veggies, oats (or almond flour), eggs (or flax egg), tomato paste, parsley, coconut aminos, and spices. Mix until just combined—do not overmix.

Step 4/6

Shape and Glaze: Form into a loaf or use your hands/mold to shape into a heart for presentation. Place on a baking tray. Mix glaze ingredients and brush over top.

Step 5/6

Bake: Bake for 50–55 minutes, or until the center reaches 160°F (71°C) with a meat thermometer.

Step 6/6

Rest & Slice: Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with extra chopped parsley if desired.

Chef's Tips & Notes

It can be made ahead and frozen raw or cooked.

Add chopped mushrooms for extra moisture.

Serve with mashed cauliflower, roasted potatoes, or a fresh salad.

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Directions

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Preheat the Oven:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking tray or loaf pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

Sauté the Veggies (optional for softness):
Lightly sauté onion, garlic, and carrot in a pan with a touch of olive oil until softened (about 4–5 minutes). Let cool.

Step 3

Mix the Meatloaf:
In a large bowl, combine ground meat, sautéed veggies, oats (or almond flour), eggs (or flax egg), tomato paste, parsley, coconut aminos, and spices. Mix until just combined—do not overmix.

Step 4

Shape and Glaze:
Form into a loaf or use your hands/mold to shape into a heart for presentation. Place on a baking tray. Mix glaze ingredients and brush over top.

Step 5

Bake:
Bake for 50–55 minutes, or until the center reaches 160°F (71°C) with a meat thermometer.

Step 6

Rest & Slice:
Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with extra chopped parsley if desired.

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Homestyle Heart-Shaped Meatloaf (Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Dairy-Free)

What You’ll Need:

Meatloaf

Glaze

Prepration for:Homestyle Heart-Shaped Meatloaf (Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Dairy-Free)

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