Legume Free Paleo Meatloaf with Mushroom Gravy
Meatloaf is the ultimate comfort food, and this version delivers all the hearty, savory satisfaction of the classic without a single legume in sight. Almond flour steps in as the binder instead of breadcrumbs, keeping the loaf tender and moist while staying completely grain- and bean-free. Coconut aminos add a subtle depth of flavor throughout both the meat mixture and the tangy tomato glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. The real showstopper, though, is the mushroom gravy — deeply browned cremini mushrooms, fresh thyme, and rich beef bone broth come together in a silky sauce thickened with arrowroot starch instead of flour or cornstarch. Every component is built from whole, recognizable ingredients, so there's no need to scrutinize labels for hidden soy, lentil, or pea protein fillers that sneak into so many store-bought sauces and meat products. This is the kind of recipe that makes a weeknight dinner feel like something worth sitting down for, and the leftovers slice cleanly straight from the fridge for an easy next-day meal.
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6 servings
For the meatloaf
- 2 lbs ground beef (80/20)
- ½ cup almond flour
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- ¼ cup beef bone broth
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
For the glaze
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
For the mushroom gravy
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 12 oz cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 cups beef bone broth
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp arrowroot starch
- 2 tbsp cold water
- salt and pepper, to taste
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with avocado oil or line it with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, almond flour, beaten eggs, 1/4 cup beef bone broth, 2 tbsp coconut aminos, 1 tbsp tomato paste, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix with your hands until just combined — stop as soon as no streaks remain; overmixing will tighten the texture.
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