Healthy Air Fryer Meatloaf
This post is about healthy air fryer meatloaf
These little meatloaves were a HIT with my family and I just knew i had to share them here - you could easily substitute the beef for turkey or maybe even chicken. I’m going to add in some peppers and onions next time, as well!
Why use an air fryer?
I was skeptical of cooking meatloaf in my air fryer - but this actually came out perfectly! The air fryer will give the perfect crispiness to the edges, and also drain off any extra fat. I’m not sure I’ll ever cook regular meatloaf in the oven AGAIN! The flavor and texture was far better than making a larger loaf in the oven (or maybe I’m just terrible at traditional meatloaf, haha!). Just make sure your loaves are cooked through and the internal temp is cooked to 160 degrees.
How to form 4 equal loaves:
After mixing all your meatloaf ingredients, form a large symmetrical ball. Then cut in half and half again. Form into a ball and then shape with your hands into the “loaf” form. It will keep its shape nicely in the air fryer.
Tips on Seasoning:
I am personally a big fan of pre-made seasonings and this meatloaf is a perfect recipe to use whatever seasonings you like. You could use Italian or Greek Seasoning - have fun with it and simply use my recipe as a guide. I used a full tablespoon of Sriracha and a spicy barbecue sauce, but use whatever your family likes. If you’re new around here - Hi, my name is Lil and I love spicy food!
What to serve with your meatloaf:
Any guesses as to what I served with it? That is not mashed potato, it is celery root! This was my first time trying celery root and it was so delicious. This meatloaf is such a great recipe, because you probably have all the ingredients on hand and it is so versatile. I definitely see this being a “dinner in a pinch” type of dinner for us!