Microwave Mexican Meatloaves

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 1
Microwave Mexican Meatloaves for a quick and delicious dinner
in Mexican

Prep

10 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

22 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 lb lean ground beef
1 1/4 ounces taco seasoning
1/2 cup chopped tomato
1 egg
1/8 cup finely crumbled nacho cheese chips
15 ounces kidney beans , drained ( optional )
4 corn tortillas
1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese , divided
chopped lettuce
chopped tomato

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
397
Sugar
9g
Fat
19g
If you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner that is full of flavor, then look no further than these microwave Mexican meatloaves. Made with lean ground beef, taco seasoning, and crunchy nacho cheese chips, these individual meatloaves are customizable and perfect for a family-friendly meal. You can even add in some extra veggies like zucchini or spinach for additional nutrition.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix together the bell pepper, onion, ground beef, taco seasoning, chopped tomato, egg, and finely crumbled nacho cheese chips.
2.Add in the drained kidney beans if desired, then divide the mixture into four equal parts.
3.Place a corn tortilla on a microwave-safe plate and spread one quarter of the mixture on top, then sprinkle with grated cheddar cheese.
4.Repeat with the remaining three tortillas and mixture, then microwave each meatloaf separately for 3-4 minutes or until fully cooked.
5.Serve hot topped with chopped lettuce and tomato.

PROS

These microwave Mexican meatloaves are a quick and easy option for a delicious dinner.

They are full of flavor and can be customized to your liking by adding in different veggies or beans.

CONS

Microwaving the meatloaf can make it slightly dry, so be sure to watch the time closely and add in a little extra cheese or tomato sauce if necessary.

Additionally, the nacho cheese chips and cheddar cheese add some extra calories and fat to the dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite the added cheese and chips, these meatloaves are still a good source of protein from the lean ground beef and kidney beans.
The bell pepper and onion also provide some fiber and vitamin C.

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