This Thoroughly Modern Meatloaf reimagines a classic comfort food with bright Greek flavors. Ground beef is blended with bread crumbs, fresh herbs like parsley and spearmint, and savory feta cheese for a tender, flavorful result. Prepared in a food processor for uniform texture and cooked in the microwave, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you crave something hearty but don’t want to wait for an oven bake. It pairs beautifully with a side of tzatziki or your favorite condiment.
Thoroughly Modern Meatloaf
Description
This Thoroughly Modern Meatloaf reimagines a classic comfort food with bright Greek flavors. Ground beef is blended with bread crumbs, fresh herbs like parsley and spearmint, and savory feta cheese for a tender, flavorful result. Prepared in a food processor for uniform texture and cooked in the microwave, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you crave something hearty but don't want to wait for an oven bake. It pairs beautifully with a side of tzatziki or your favorite condiment.Ingredients
Directions
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Tear the bread into pieces and pulse in a food processor until it forms fine crumbs.
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Add the peeled and quartered onion, garlic clove, olive oil, parsley, spearmint, salt, and pepper to the processor.
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Pulse until the vegetables and spices are finely chopped and blended with the bread crumbs.
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Add the ground beef and crumbled feta cheese to the processor bowl.
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If using an egg, add it now.
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Process the mixture until it forms a cohesive ball that rolls around in the bowl, being careful not to over-process.
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Transfer the meat mixture into a microwave-safe loaf pan.
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Microwave at 70% power for 10 to 15 minutes, rotating the pan two or three times if your microwave does not have a turntable.
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Check for doneness with an instant-read thermometer; the internal temperature should reach 160&# 194;°F.
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Let the meatloaf rest for a few minutes before slicing thin and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 283.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 17.0g27%
- Saturated Fat 6.8g34%
- Cholesterol 88.5mg30%
- Sodium 81.7mg4%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 29.5g59%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For best results, use a microwave loaf pan with a shelf to keep the meat elevated above rendered fat.
If you do not have a microwave-safe loaf pan, a standard microwave-safe dish can be used, but monitor cooking time closely.
The egg acts as a binder; if omitted, reduce the amount of bread slightly to prevent the mixture from becoming too dry.
Serve with tzatziki sauce for a traditional Greek flavor profile, or with ketchup if you prefer a classic meatloaf taste.
Ensure the internal temperature reaches 160ðF (71ðC) for safe consumption of ground beef.
