Balsamic Glazed Meatloaf with Sweet Potato Mash and Green Beans

This balsamic glazed meatloaf is all about letting the meat shine. With just a handful of breadcrumbs to keep it moist and a sweet-tangy balsamic ketchup glaze, it’s a timeless dish that never disappoints. Served alongside creamy honey-sweet potato mash and roasted green beans with crunchy almonds, this meal is pure comfort.

Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this recipe comes together quickly and uses simple ingredients. The meatloaf is shaped into individual loaves for faster cooking and the sides roast right alongside it. It’s a complete, satisfying meal that feels special without the fuss.

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Ingredients

1 clove GarlicView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.25 ounce ParsleyView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 unit Yellow OnionView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

3 teaspoon Balsamic VinegarView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon KetchupView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.25 cup Panko BreadcrumbsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce Ground BeefView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit Sweet PotatoesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

6 ounce Green BeansView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 ounce HoneyView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 ounce AlmondsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Olive OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon ButterView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 450°F. Wash and dry all produce. Mince or grate the garlic. Chop the parsley. Halve the onion and peel one half; grate it on the large holes of a box grater into a large bowl (reserve the other half for another use). In a small bowl, mix 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (you’ll have extra) with the ketchup to make the glaze.
2. Add the garlic, parsley, panko, ground beef and ½ teaspoon salt to the bowl with the grated onion. Season with pepper. Mix with your hands until just combined. Shape the mixture into two 1-inch-tall loaves and place them on a lightly oiled baking sheet. Brush the tops with the ketchup mixture.
3. Roast the meatloaves for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into ½-inch cubes. Place in a medium pot, add a pinch of salt and cover with water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and return to the pot.
4. After 10 minutes, remove the baking sheet from the oven. Add the green beans to the sheet, drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat (use tongs to avoid burns). Return to the oven and roast until the meatloaves are cooked through and the green beans are tender and lightly crisped, about 15 minutes more.
5. While the meatloaves and green beans finish, mash the sweet potatoes with a potato masher or fork until mostly smooth. Add the butter and honey and continue mashing until melted and combined. Season generously with salt and pepper. If the mash has cooled, reheat over medium-low heat briefly.
6. When the meatloaves and green beans are done, sprinkle the almonds over the green beans and toss to combine. Divide the meatloaves between plates and serve with the sweet potato mash and green beans on the side.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use ground turkey instead of beef?

Yes, ground turkey works well. Just be careful not to overcook, as turkey can dry out faster.

Can I make this recipe gluten-free?

Absolutely. Substitute the panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed gluten-free crackers.

How do I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.