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    Published: Apr 13, 2014 · Modified: Jun 1, 2022 by Renée · This post may contain affiliate links · 22 Comments

    Rolled Greek Meatloaf

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    Rolled Greek Meatloaf stuffed with lemon, feta, and oregano may take a little bit of time and effort, but I promise this dinner is worth it!

    A Rolled Greek Meatloaf stuffed with spinach and feta cheese on a platter with a serving fork.
     

    *Disclaimer - This recipe was originally published in 2014. I'm working hard to update all my older recipes with recipe cards, new photos, and additional recipe information. But, getting to all of them will take time. Please bear with me. In the meantime let me assure you that this recipe is still a winner and one I'm sure you'll be well pleased with when you make it at home.

    OPA! This delicious Greek meatloaf was inspired by a recipe my mom made years ago that she rolled, and filled with broccoli and cheddar cheese.

    It was always delicious and always a hit with my boys when they were little. Somehow they didn't seem to mind the broccoli when it was all rolled up in the meatloaf covered in melty cheese.

    Go figure!

    This is my take on my mom's meatloaf.

    I've substituted spinach for the broccoli, feta for the cheddar, and ground lamb for the beef.

    Other than that, it's just like mom used to make! LOL

    A Rolled Greek Meatloaf stuffed with spinach and feta cheese on a platter with a serving fork.

     ROLLED GREEK MEATLOAF   {PRINT THIS RECIPE}
    Serves: 8-10     Prep Time: 15 minutes     Cook Time: 90 minutes

    2 pounds of ground lamb
    1 pound of ground beef
    ¼ cup dried minced onion
    2 tablespoons dried oregano
    2 tablespoons lemon zest
    2 eggs
    4 cloves garlic, minced
    2 ¼ teaspoons salt, divided
    1 ⅛ teaspoons pepper, divided
    1 bag (16 ounces) frozen, chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
    ¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
    3-4 ounces crumbled feta cheese

    -Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
    -In a large bowl, mix together the ground lamb, beef, onion, oregano, lemon zest, eggs, garlic, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper.
    -On a sheet of parchment paper. pat the meat mixture out to form a 12x16 rectangle of even thickness.
    -Spread the squeezed dry spinach in an even layer on top of the meat mixture, making sure to leave a 1" border around the edges of the meat.
    -Top the spinach evenly with the grated nutmeg and the feta cheese.
    -Use the parchment paper to help lift the long end of the meat and bring it up and over to start forming the roll (making sure not to roll the paper into the meat, just use it to help the process along). *Note - you may need to use your hands to help the meat come off the parchment if it's sticky,
    -Carefully transfer the meatloaf, seam side down, into a 13x9 baking dish that has been sprayed with cooking spray. *Note - you may need to pat the loaf back into shape after the transfer, if needed, to form an attractive loaf.  Use your fingers to pinch the ends of the loaf together.
    -Bake in a preheated oven for 90 minutes.
    -Remove and allow the loaf to cool, covered, for about 15 minutes.
    -Transfer the loaf to a serving platter. Slice and serve.

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    1. J. Lawhorn says

      December 22, 2022 at 7:29 pm

      I have now made this many times for a variety of eaters, and even the pickiest of them absolutely love it, surprising themselves, even. Thank you so much for sharing the recipe. It's 100% perfect as written- and I almost always tweak recipes a bit to my taste. That was totally unnecessary with this one.

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      • Renée says

        December 23, 2022 at 7:29 am

        WOW! Great to hear. Thanks so much, J!
        I've been thinking I need to get back to this recipe and update the post with new photos and information.
        Thanks for spurring me on in this.
        Thanks for your wonderful comment. It means a lot to me.
        Have a great day,
        Renee

        Reply
    2. melody says

      December 09, 2015 at 6:19 pm

      my dad does not like feta can I use mozza cheese?

      Reply
      • Renee Goerger says

        December 09, 2015 at 10:21 pm

        Hi Melody! You certainly can. Whatever is your dad's favorite cheese will work well in this recipe. Enjoy!

        Reply
    3. Julie @ Texan New Yorker says

      April 22, 2014 at 2:19 am

      This has to be the most gorgeous meat loaf I've ever seen. Looks so awesome!

      Reply
    4. Melanie | Melanie Makes says

      April 19, 2014 at 11:35 pm

      The prettiest meat loaf I've ever seen, hands down!

      Reply
    5. Amy Kim says

      April 19, 2014 at 5:40 pm

      I've never heard of a rolled meatloaf until now and this is just GENIUS. Love your substitutions to make a Greek-style loaf!

      Reply
    6. Shaina Wizov says

      April 17, 2014 at 7:33 pm

      I love the look of a "rolled" dish...it just looks so sophisticated!

      Reply
    7. Sarah Reid says

      April 17, 2014 at 12:45 am

      Wow, I bet leftover sandwiches with this in pita bread must be fantastic!

      Reply
    8. Nancy @ gottagetbaked says

      April 16, 2014 at 5:14 am

      Renee, your meatloaf looks amazing! I love that beautiful spiral of spinach and cheese in the middle! I don't blame your boys at all for gobbling up the broccoli in your mom's version. I bet they enjoyed every bite of this Greek inspired meatloaf too!

      Reply
    9. Bobbi Burleson says

      April 14, 2014 at 5:48 pm

      I love Greek flavors and then you add it to a meatloaf? Yes please!!! What a gorgeous dish!

      Reply
    10. Susan Pridmore says

      April 14, 2014 at 5:48 pm

      Love this twist on meatloaf!! It's beautiful!!

      Reply
    11. Stacy Rushton says

      April 14, 2014 at 2:04 pm

      I love this different take on meatloaf, Reneé! That gorgeous loaf is pretty enough to serve guests at any dinner party. Pinning on my Recipes to Try board!

      Reply
    12. Renee says

      April 13, 2014 at 7:47 pm

      Rolled meatloaf - I'm in heaven! I've never heard of it and then you went and made it a Greek version which is simply awesome. Love it!

      Reply
    13. Tara Noland says

      April 13, 2014 at 5:20 pm

      What a glorious meatloaf, I love all the flavors you have pulled together in this, my favs!!

      Reply
    14. Marlene Baird says

      April 13, 2014 at 4:57 pm

      Wow. That's spectacular. I love your take on your mom's old recipes. Way to go.

      Reply
    15. Deanna Samaan says

      April 13, 2014 at 4:38 pm

      Meatloaf roll, I love the idea! I am a HUGE fan of Greek Flavors, I got try this it sounds sooo good!

      Reply
    16. Christy says

      April 13, 2014 at 4:37 pm

      Sous Chef loves meatloaf - I've never made it as roll, but this looks incredible! Definitely am putting this on the try soon list!

      Reply
    17. Liz Berg says

      April 13, 2014 at 4:29 pm

      I've stuffed a meatloaf, but never made a roll! This sounds amazing, Renee!!!

      Reply
    18. Constance Smith says

      April 13, 2014 at 3:39 pm

      Oh what a gorgeous meatloaf!

      Reply
    19. Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      April 13, 2014 at 12:56 pm

      What a creative recipe! I bet it is just filled with flavor yumminess! I just love it!!

      Reply
    20. Manu says

      April 13, 2014 at 10:42 am

      I love this recipe. My mum always makes a stuffed meatloaf (though it has an Italian stuffing) and it is my favourite dish ever. I will have to try this Greek version!

      Reply

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