Classic Meatloaf With Roasted Cauliflower And Green Beans
This hearty, protein-rich meatloaf is paired with perfectly roasted cauliflower and green beans. It provides a grounding, low-carb dinner that satisfies cravings and stabilizes energy.
Prep
15 min
Cook
45 min
Total
60 min
Makes
4 servings
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthEvening comfort
Head toward bedtime properly fed
A satisfying evening meal can make the night feel simpler. Notice whether the portion and timing fit comfortably into your sleep routine.
Notice: timing + overnight comfort
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Comfort before bed
Finish the evening satisfied, not stuffed
A well-portioned evening meal can help you avoid going to bed hungry. Notice which timing and portion feel most comfortable for you.
Notice: dinner timing + comfort
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
15 min
Cook
45 min
Total
60 min
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Equipment
Oven · Sheet pan · Mixing bowl
Time saver
Batch and freeze: Meatloaf freezes beautifully. Wrap individual leftover slices in foil and freeze them for a zero-prep, protein-heavy dinner on a busy night.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Preheat your oven to 400°F
- 01
Preheat your oven to 400°F
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Combine the ground beef
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, almond flour, eggs, and tomato paste. Add 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon of onion powder. Mix gently until just combined.
Look for: just combined
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Transfer the meat mixture to one of…
Transfer the meat mixture to one of the prepared baking sheets and shape it into a loaf about 2 inches thick. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until cooked through.
Look for: cooked through
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Place the cauliflower florets and green beans…
While the meatloaf begins to bake, place the cauliflower florets and green beans on the second baking sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil, sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and add a pinch of black pepper. Toss well to coat.
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Place the vegetable baking sheet in the…
When the meatloaf has 25 minutes left, place the vegetable baking sheet in the oven. Roast until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized at the edges.
Look for: the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized at the edges
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Remove both sheets from the oven
Remove both sheets from the oven. Let the meatloaf rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing to lock in the juices. Serve thick slices alongside the roasted vegetables.
Allow: 5 to 10 minutes
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