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Simple Balanced Meals: Lamb Meatloaf Recipe #ad

7th May 2020 By Susan Mann 19 Comments

Enjoying Dinner

Disclaimer: This is an AD for the #SimpleBalancedMeals #CookingatHome campaign is sponsored by the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB), Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) and Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) – the English, Welsh and Scottish levy bodies that between them cover all food groups in a healthy balanced diet.

Mealtimes are a great time for families to get together, chat and tell each other about their day (even when we are all at home!). We need to cook and eat meals to keep us in top shape, as parents, as children, as individuals. But eating a  balanced meal doesn’t mean it will take ages to make or that you must have a load of ingredients or be an expert cook. It’s about finding recipes that are simple, balanced meals that families enjoy – but also quick to cook at home This is one we make regularly, and it’s great as a meal for the whole family plus the leftovers are perfect for lunches. It can be eaten hot or cold. I thought we’d share our favourite lamb simple balanced meal recipe with you all — it’s perfect for a simple, balanced, tasty dinner.

A flexible meal where you can swap in ingredients you have

You can easily pair the lamb meatloaf with whatever vegetables you have in the kitchen, refrigerator or freezer and it features store cupboard ingredients we often keep to hand. If you don’t have these exact herbs at the moment, you can experiment using thyme, garlic, parsley, paprika, garlic or others. I’ve also suggested some swaps you can make for the meatloaf itself, in case you don’t have all the ingredients.

Finding balanced meals is key to supporting our bodies and helping kids grow. Lean red meat is perfect for getting vitamins and minerals simply and tastily. Animal products, such as fish, eggs, dairy and meat are a great natural source of vitamin B12. Did you know that adults need around 1.5 micrograms of vitamin B12 per day? Lamb is a source of vitamin B12, B6 and zinc which can help the immune system work normally.

Lean cuts of Lamb are so great to use and so versatile too. Here are several reasons why you should try cooking lamb at home for a simple and balanced meal.

  • Lamb is a source of vitamin B12
  • Vitamin B12 helps normal energy production in the body
  • Vitamin B12 helps the nervous system work normally
  • Vitamin B12 helps normal red blood cell formation
  • Vitamin B12 helps the immune system work normally
  • Vitamin B12 helps reduce tiredness and fatigue
  • Lamb is naturally rich in protein, low in salt and provides seven vitamins and minerals that contribute towards good health and wellbeing. These are: niacin (vitamin B3), vitamins B6 and B12, zinc, potassium, phosphorus and pantothenic acid.

Lamb Meatloaf Ingredients

I’m going to show you how to make this simple, quick and balanced family meal that the whole family will love and leftovers for lunch.  The recipe below serves 4 adults.

You can find more delicious simple balanced lamb dishes with Lamb. Check them out here.

https://eatwelshlambandwelshbeef.com/en

https://www.simplybeefandlamb.co.uk/

https://www.scotchkitchen.com/

Lamb Meatloaf Recipe

Ingredients:-
  • 250g grams lean lamb mince 
  • 1 tsp of oil to grease tin
  • 1 onion diced
  • 250g cooked brown rice
  • 3 tbsp tomato puree
  • a handful of fresh coriander chopped
  • some coriander left over for decoration (optional)
  • 2 tbsp vegetable stock or powder
  • 2 eggs
  • 250ml of Passata
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp mixed spice
  • 1 tsp oregano
Rice and Onion

Pre-heat the oven to 180C or gas mark 4. Add the cooked brown rice and the chopped onion to a bowl.

Tomato Puree

Add tomato puree.

Vegetable Stock

Add vegetable stock.

Coriander

Roughly chop up the coriander.

Add Coriander

Add the coriander, cinnamon, mixed spice and oregano to the bowl.

Mix

Mix everything in the bowl together.

Lamb Mince

Add in the lamb mince.

Knead and Mix

Knead and mix.

Eggs

Add in two eggs.

Knead

Mix and knead the mixture together. You may find it easier to use your hands.

Grease tin

Line a loaf tin with greaseproof paper and spray with a little oil to stop it sticking.

Passata

Pour your passata into the lined tin at the bottom. Spread it out for even and thin coverage.

Loaf Tin

Add your meatloaf ingredients to the tin and press down flat to fill the loaf tin.

Tin Foil

Cover the loaf tin with tin foil. Place in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 25 minutes.

Remove the tin foil and place back in the oven for 15 minutes while you get your vegetables ready. Leave for 5-10 minutes to cool before slicing.

Lamb Meatloaf

Slice the meatloaf and decorate with some leftover coriander.

Lamb Meatloaf

Serve with some seasonal vegetables.

What do you think of our quick and simple balanced meal? Would you give it a go? I love that you can use it for lunches the next day, and it keeps well. You could serve it another evening too. It can be frozen and is so quick to make. The kids all love it and have asked me to make it again. The recipe is gluten-free too, so my husband can eat it. Our Lamb Meatloaf is the perfect simple balanced meal to make any time. It can even be made in advance. It’s so simple and tasty, it’s become a firm family favourite.

Visit https://eatwelshlambandwelshbeef.com/en, https://www.simplybeefandlamb.co.uk/ and https://www.scotchkitchen.com/ for more delicious simple balanced meals with lamb!

What are your favourite lamb recipes?

Disclaimer:- The #SimpleBalancedMeals #CookingatHome campaign is sponsored by the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB), Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) and Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) – the English, Welsh and Scottish levy bodies that between them cover all food groups in a healthy balanced diet.

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Filed Under: Lifestyle, Recipe Tagged With: Cooking with kids, Family Meal, Healthy, Kids, Lamb, Parenting, Recipe, Review

Comments

  1. Wendy says

    11th May 2020 at 11:02 am

    That looks absolutely delicious! I think my family would love that! 🙂

    Reply
    • Susan Mann says

      13th May 2020 at 5:05 pm

      Thank you. It is so versatile too xxx

      Reply
  2. Zena's Suitcase says

    25th May 2020 at 9:02 pm

    I can see this becoming a family favourite for us too. I love the idea of lamb in meatloaf

    Reply
    • Susan Mann says

      26th May 2020 at 8:19 pm

      It is a firm favourite here. We are big fans of lamb meatloaf x

      Reply
  3. Sophie Gillum-Webb says

    26th May 2020 at 11:18 am

    Meatloaf if my fave but I have never used lamb!! What a great idea!!

    Reply
    • Susan Mann says

      26th May 2020 at 8:19 pm

      Mine too, but it is really nice with lamb xx

      Reply
  4. Danielle Duggins says

    26th May 2020 at 11:56 am

    That looks so delicious. I have never tried making meatloaf before!

    Reply
    • Susan Mann says

      26th May 2020 at 8:18 pm

      I think you will like it. Simple and tasty x

      Reply
  5. Deborah Nicholas says

    26th May 2020 at 11:58 am

    Meatloaf is one thing I’ve never ever made. Added it to the meal plan now though.

    Reply
    • Susan Mann says

      26th May 2020 at 8:16 pm

      It is really simple and versatile too x

      Reply
  6. Caro | The Twinkle Diaries says

    26th May 2020 at 7:01 pm

    I’m DEFINITELY pinning/making this!!!! The amount of times my American friend has spoken about meatloaf!!!! I’ve never had it!!! Can’t wait to remedy that and try this out! 🙂

    Reply
    • Susan Mann says

      26th May 2020 at 8:15 pm

      Thank you. It is such a simple dish and great for leftover lunches too x

      Reply
  7. Michelle Rolfe says

    27th May 2020 at 8:58 am

    What a great use of lamb. I haven’t had meatloaf in years and its something that my husband has been suggesting. I do like the use of rice in there to help with the texture. One to try that for sure. Cheers, Michelle

    Reply
    • Susan Mann says

      28th May 2020 at 12:15 pm

      We really enjoy this and it’s such a simple, but great recipe for all the family x

      Reply
  8. Sarah Chrsitie says

    27th May 2020 at 12:41 pm

    Oh this looks delicious I have never made meat load before I will have to give it a go x

    Reply
    • Susan Mann says

      28th May 2020 at 12:18 pm

      I am surprised by this, it is such a great meal and for lunchtime leftovers x

      Reply
  9. E-HEALTHONLINE says

    2nd August 2020 at 3:21 am

    very helpful article but i have a question that how much diet and protein in this food?

    Reply
    • Susan Mann says

      3rd August 2020 at 10:41 am

      Not sure about diet, but the protein from the egg and lamb should be a good balance.

      Reply
  10. E-HEALTHONLINE says

    15th August 2020 at 7:42 am

    VERY HELPFUL ARTICLE BUT I HAVE A QUESTION THAT HOW IS THIS RECIPE USEFUL FOR SUGAR PATIENT?

    Reply

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