Kidney-Friendly Ground Beef Meatloaf Recipe
A flavorful and moist kidney-friendly ground beef meatloaf, designed with low-sodium and kidney-safe ingredients. Perfect for a hearty and healthy meal!
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Loaf pan
- Oven mitts
- Knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef lean
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs low-sodium or made from unsalted bread
- 1 large egg beaten
- 1/4 cup onion finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup unsalted tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon unsalted ketchup for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, chopped onion, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, black pepper, and unsalted tomato sauce. Mix until just combined.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared loaf pan and shape it into a loaf. Spread the unsalted ketchup on top, if using.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
This kidney-friendly meatloaf is perfect for individuals following a low-sodium diet. Pair it with steamed vegetables or a side of mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 18gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg
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