Vegetarian Cowboy Meatloaf Recipe

This award-winning Vegetarian Cowboy Meatloaf recipe, adapted from Cooking Light magazine, is a hearty and flavorful dish that even meat-lovers adore! Packed with vegetables and savory spices, this meatless masterpiece is surprisingly easy to make (despite some prep work!). A time-saving tip: try using uncooked, grated potatoes instead of cooked for faster prep. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this delicious and satisfying vegetarian main course!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 295.9 kcal
Protein 28g
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Ingredients for Vegetarian Cowboy Meatloaf

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How to Make Vegetarian Cowboy Meatloaf

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Sauté 1 medium onion, chopped, 1 green bell pepper, chopped, 1 cup mushrooms, sliced, 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained, 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained, 1 cup corn kernels, and 1 teaspoon chili powder for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Stir in 1/4 cup barbecue sauce, 2 medium potatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds), peeled and grated (or 2 cups cooked mashed potatoes), 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Coat a 9x5 inch loaf pan with cooking spray. Spoon the potato mixture into the prepared loaf pan.
  5. Bake for 30 minutes.
  6. Brush the top of the loaf with an additional 1/4 cup barbecue sauce and sprinkle with 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
  7. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the loaf is heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

34 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

6g

Carbs

16g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Vegetarian Cowboy Meatloaf?

Vegetarian Cowboy Meatloaf takes about 100 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Vegetarian Cowboy Meatloaf?

Vegetarian Cowboy Meatloaf has approximately 295.9 calories per serving, with about 28 g protein, 16 g carbohydrates and 8 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Vegetarian Cowboy Meatloaf?

The key ingredients for Vegetarian Cowboy Meatloaf are Olive Oil, Onion, Celery, Green Bell Pepper, Red Bell Pepper, Ground Cumin. See the full list with measurements above.

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