These meatloaf bowls are the ultimate comfort food in a healthier, meal-prep-friendly form. These bowls are nourishing and perfect for weeknight dinners or lunches. They’re packed with protein, hearty veggies, and cozy potatoes—all the flavors you love, in one satisfying bowl.
Why You’ll Love These Meatloaf Bowls
- Protein-packed – a filling and balanced meal that leaves you satisfied.
- Customizable – switch up the sides or sauces to fit your taste.
- Meal-prep friendly – easy to pack for lunches or prep ahead for busy nights.
- Gluten-free and dairy-free option – made with clean, simple ingredients.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the base of these bowls, you’ll need:
- Gluten Free Meatloaf
- Whole30 Mashed Potatoes (or whichever you'd like)
- Red Peppers
- Feta Cheese
- Red Onion
- Parsley
- Salt
- Olive Oil
- Paleo Gravy (or your favorite prepared gravy to save time)
Swaps & Variations
- Carb swap Use mashed sweet potatoes instead of roasted white potatoes.
- Try turkey meatloaf: Ground turkey works just as well if you prefer leaner meat.
- Change the veggies: While the salad is fire and I hope you try it, you can swap it out for green beans, brussel sprouts, or whatever you prefer!
- Sauce it up: Use a mushroom gravy on top. Pro Tip: Use the mushroom gravy in this gluten free Salisbury steak recipe!
How to Make Meatloaf Bowls
- Prepare the meatloaf according to the instructions.
- While it bakes, chop the potatoes and spread them out on a baking sheet. Salt them and spray with cooking oil. Bake at 400F for 20 minutes, or until fork tender. You can also cook them in an air fryer!
- Prepare the roasted red pepper salad (see recipe card below).
- Assemble the bowls with the potatoes, veggies on the side, and a juicy meatloaf patty on top.
- Drizzle with the gravy and serve warm!
Storage & Reheating
These bowls store really well, making them perfect for meal prep:
- Fridge: Store in airtight containers for up to 3-5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze the cooked meatloaf separately for up to 3 months.
- Reheating: Warm in the oven for best texture.
Pro Tip
These are great for meal prep! Use your favorite meal prep containers and pack out lunches for dinners to grab and go!
Meatloaf Bowls
These meatloaf bowls are the ultimate comfort food in a healthier, meal-prep-friendly form. These bowls are quick, nourishing, and perfect for weeknight dinners. They’re packed with protein, hearty veggies, and cozy potatoes—all the flavors you love, in one satisfying bowl.
Ingredients
- 1 gluten free meatloaf see above or use your favorite
- 2-3 lbs. potatoes chopped
- salt to taste
- cooking spray or drizzle of oil
- 1 cup gravy see above or use your favorite
For the Salad
- 2 bell peppers
- 3-4 oz. feta cheese
- 1 small onion or half medium onion, diced
- ½ bunch parsley rough chopped, leaves only
- salt to taste
- olive oil to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the meatloaf according to the recipe of choice, see above for my recommended one!
- Preheat the oven to 400F. Spread the potatoes out on the baking sheet, then salt and spray with oil. Bake for about 20 minutes, or until fork tender. You can also cook these in the air fryer.
- For the salad, start by preheating the broiler. Remove the stems and chop the peppers in half. Lay on a baking sheet skin side up. Spray with cooking spray and lightly salt. Broil, checking after 3 minutes every minute until they are lightly charred and roasted, and softened. Turn the pan and flip them over halfway.
- When the peppers have cooled, chop them into bite sized pieces.
- Combine the chopped, roasted peppers, the onion, feta, parsley, salt to taste, and a drizzle of olive oil (more if you'd like but start minimally). Combine thoroughly and set aside.
- Time to prepare the bowls! Serve into 4 bowl or meal prep containers. Add meatloaf, potatoes, salad, and a drizzle of gravy over the meatloaf and potatoes. Enjoy!
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