This blueberry sweetened meatloaf without breadcrumbs is such a unique meatloaf recipe! It's juicy and tender and naturally sweetened with blueberries to give it the most amazing flavour. This meatloaf is so easy to make and is gluten free, low carb, paleo and Whole30 compliant.
Ground meat recipes like the best gluten-free burgers and easy cranberry turkey meatballs are some of my favourite easy meals, which is why I am so excited to share today's meatloaf recipe with you!
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Why you will love this recipe:
- This ground beef meatloaf is full of flavour and is so juicy and tender. The combination of blueberry puree and herbs combines beautifully to give this meatloaf such a delicious taste. But don't worry, it doesn't taste like blueberries!
- It's so simple and easy to make this meatloaf without breadcrumbs! It doesn't contain any hard to find ingredients and comes together in just a few minutes.
- This low carb meatloaf doesn't contain any bread and is made without breadcrumbs. It's also made without ketchup.
- It's healthy and safe for many different diets including paleo, gluten free, dairy free, Whole30, SCD, GAPS, low carb or keto, and the SIBO diet.
- This meatloaf freezes really well, makes great leftovers, and is perfect for meal prep.
If you love meatloaf you will also love my gluten-free meatloaf recipe.
Key ingredients and substitutions:
For the exact measurements and full list of ingredients refer to the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- Ground beef - ground beef is my favourite ground meat for making meatloaf. It's full of rich flavour and taste. I use lean ground beef to make this meatloaf but you can use any type of ground beef that you like.
- Almond flour - almond flour is used to help bind this meatloaf without breadcrumbs when it cooks. Almond flour is used instead of bread crumbs to keep this recipe low in carbs. Be sure to use almond flour and not almond meal which is too coarse and gritty.
- Blueberries - it may sound strange to put blueberries in meatloaf but they add the perfect amount of moisture and natural sweet flavour to this recipe while keeping this meatloaf low in sugar and without using ketchup.
- Eggs - eggs help add moisture to this meatloaf and help bind the meatloaf together.
- Spices - the combination of rosemary, Herbs de Provence spice blend, basil, salt and pepper blend beautifully to give this meatloaf recipe the most incredible flavour.
- Green onion - to add even more flavour to this recipe. You could swap these for white onion or yellow onion instead.
How to make this recipe:
Step one: Turn your oven on to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step two: Next puree the blueberries by putting them into your blender or food processor and blending well until they are smooth (you want 2/3 cup of pureed blueberries).
Step three: Then place all the ingredients into a large bowl and stir well until everything is smooth and blended together.
Step four: Now line a bread pan with parchment paper and transfer the beef mixture to the lined loaf pan and spread it out evenly with knife or spoon until you have an even layer.
Step five: Then place the pan in the oven and bake for 50-55 minutes, until the beef is cooked through. Let it cool for a few minutes, and drain any excess liquid. Cut the meatloaf into pieces, then enjoy!
Chef's tips and recipe variations:
- Be sure to let the meatloaf cool for a few minutes before you cut it and serve. This helps it get even more tender and moist.
- Instead of green onion you could use white onion to make this meatloaf.
- Feel free to add other seasonings or spices to give it a different flavour. Other great options include onion powder or garlic powder.
How to serve this meatloaf without breadcrumbs:
This meatloaf is delicious served as is, but you could also top it with ketchup or with barbecue sauce if you want even more flavour. I personally love topping it with sugar free bbq sauce. I recommend paring it with one or two side dishes such as a side kale apple salad, diced potatoes in an air fryer, green beans and roasted almonds or roasted carrots and parsnips.
How to store:
Store any leftover meatloaf in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
This meatloaf also freezes really well for up to 3 months.
Meatloaf without breadcrumbs FAQ:
Almond flour! That's what is used in this recipe to make it naturally gluten, grain free and low carb.
Yes! So if you have celiac or are gluten intolerant you will have no problems eating it.
This will depend on your portion sizes, but if you get 8 servings from this meatloaf that equals 3.4 grams per serving. If you get 6 servings out of it that would equal 4.5 grams per serving. If you add BBQ on top make sure you account for those extra carbohydrates as well.
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Recipe
Blueberry Sweetened Meatloaf
Equipment
- Loaf pan
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup chopped green onion
- 2/3 cup pureed blueberries (puree them in a blender or food processor)
- 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 tbsp herbs de provence spice blend
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
Optional:
- BBQ sauce for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350F.
- Puree the blueberries in a food processor or blender until they are smooth.
- Add all the ingredients to a large bowl and mix well with a spoon to combine the ingredients well.
- Line a bread pan with parchment paper and transfer the ingredients from the bowl to the pan and spread evenly with a spoon or knife.
- Bake the meatloaf for 50-55 minutes, until cooked through. Let the loaf cool for a few minutes and drain off any excess liquid.
- If you are using bbq sauce, spread it on top of the meatloaf before cutting it into pieces.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- This meatloaf stores well in the fridge and makes great leftovers.
- Feel free to sub the green onion for chopped white onion.
- Nutritional values are an estimate and will vary depending on the exact ingredients you use. They also do not include the optional barbecue sauce.
Colleen
Absolutely delicious!! Such a great flavor profile.
Erin Carter
Oh yay I am so glad you liked it! Thanks for letting me know.