Bell Pepper Meatloaf

This Bell Pepper Meatloaf is a flavorful, protein-packed dinner that's perfectly portioned for easy weeknight meals! Whether you're planning ahead or cooking tonight, this easy meatloaf recipe fits right into busy schedules.

For another beef and bell pepper recipe, be sure to check out my Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes recipe! It comes together in just 20 minutes and is a perfect dinner idea for your busy weeknight!

Why You'll Love These Mini Bell Pepper Meatloaves

1. Perfectly Portioned - Baked right in bell pepper rings, each one is its own little serving!
2. Easy & Weeknight Friendly - Simple ingredients, minimal prep, and everything bakes together in the oven.
3. Great for Meal Prep - These reheat beautifully, making them perfect for lunches or quick dinners during the week.

Select Ingredients

• Ground Beef - I prefer 93% lean or leaner to keep the fat content low
• Bell Peppers - You can choose any colors you'd like. I like to keep it colorful by using different colors in this recipe.
• Cheese - Monterey Jack works great in this recipe but if you want to add a little kick, swap it out for Pepper Jack!

See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

If you've got extra lean ground beef on hand, I think you'd like my Southwest Beef Skillet! It's full of great flavor and so many beneficial nutrients. Add it to your dinner menu next!

Recipe Tips & Variations

➡️ Choose Wide Bell Peppers: I find that choosing wide bell peppers to slice with help the meatloafs stand well and give more space to fill with the meat mixture.

➡️ Check for Doneness - These typically cook through in 30 minutes, however it's always a good idea to check and ensure that the internal temperature hits 160 degrees F.

➡️ Let Them Rest - I have found that these are easier to handle if you let them sit for about 5 minutes or so after you pull them from the oven. Use a spatula to remove them off the cooking sheet.

If you're a fan of bell peppers or have extras, my Unstuffed Pepper Skillet if another fan favorite and it comes together in just 30 minutes making it a perfect family dinner for a busy weeknight.

How to Make Bell Pepper Meatloaf

Step 1: Preheat over to 350 degrees. Slice bell peppers into 1 -1.5″ thick slices and lay on a baking sheet with parchment paper. 

Step 2: In a large bowl, mix beef, egg, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, remaining pieces of pepper chopped into small pieces, and Italian bread crumbs together until well-combined.

Step 3: Scoop meat mixture into peppers evenly. 

Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk ketchup and brown sugar together and brush on top of the meatloaves. Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes.

Step 5: Take out of the oven and top with Monterey Jack cheese then place the baking sheet back in the oven until the cheese has melted, about 5 minutes.

Step 6: Top with sliced green onions or parsley. Enjoy!

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Bell Pepper Meatloaf

Hannah Holzum

Bell Pepper Meatloaf is an easy, protein-rich dinner that's perfectly portioned for simple family meals or meal prep. This healthy meatloaf recipe is full of flavor, nutrient-dense, and ideal for busy weeknights.

5 from 4 votes

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 9 meatloafs

Calories 175 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• ▢ 1 lb lean ground beef
• ▢ 3 bell peppers any colors
• ▢ 1 egg
• ▢ 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• ▢ 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• ▢ ¼ cup ketchup
• ▢ 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• ▢ ½ teaspoon salt
• ▢ ½ teaspoon pepper
• ▢ ¼ cup Italian bread crumbs
• ▢ 1.5 cups Monterey Jack cheese shredded

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Instructions

 

• Preheat over to 350 degrees. Slice bell peppers into 1 -1.5″ thick slices and lay on a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• In a large bowl, mix beef, egg, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and Italian bread crumbs together until well-combined.
• Scoop meat mixture into peppers evenly.
• In a small bowl, whisk ketchup and brown sugar together and brush on top of the meatloaves.
• Bake for 30 minutes at 350 degrees. Take out of the oven and top with Monterey Jack cheese then place the baking sheet back in the oven until the cheese has melted, about 5 minutes. May top with green onion or parsley if desired.

Notes

Nutrition Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary by ingredients, brands, and portion sizes. Use them as a general guide, not a guarantee.

Choose Wide Bell Peppers: choose bell peppers that are wide shaped so the slices sit nice and flat on the tray.

Storage Instructions: Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatloafCalories: 175kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 17gFat: 9gCholesterol: 66mgSodium: 370mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g

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