Best 12 Almost Fat Free Turkey Meatloaf Recipes

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If you're searching for a delectable and wholesome dinner option that won't compromise on flavor, look no further than this culinary guide to cooking a tantalizing "almost fat-free turkey meatloaf." This lean and flavorful dish is not only a delightful treat for the taste buds but also a healthier alternative to traditional meatloaf recipes. With this comprehensive guide, you'll discover the secrets to creating a moist, savory, and nutritious turkey meatloaf that will impress your family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TURKEY MEATLOAF



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This recipe yields a truly moist and delicious turkey meatloaf and it's made with 99% fat free ground turkey meat.

Provided by Foodtastic Mom

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 lbs ground turkey (99% fat free)
1 sweet or yellow onion (peeled and grated)
1 small zucchini (grated)
1 1/2 cups panko bread crumbs (I used Kroger brand Italian seasoned Panko)
3/4 cup large curd 4% cottage cheese
1 large egg
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp garlic salt
1/2 tsp dried parsley
1/2 tsp black pepper
3/4 cup ketchup
1/3 cup light brown sugar
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1/2 tsp salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Line a sheet pan with foil. Place an oven-safe cooling rack on top of the baking sheet. Lightly oil the cooling rack.
  • In a large bowl, combine the grated onion and zucchini, bread crumbs, cottage cheese, egg, lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of salt, garlic salt, parsley and pepper. Stir with a fork to combine.
  • Add the ground turkey to the bowl. Use a spatula or your hands to mix the turkey with all the other ingredients.
  • Shape the meat into a loaf on a clean cutting board. Carefully transfer the meatloaf to the prepared pan.
  • Bake the meatloaf for 90 minutes. Remove the meatloaf from the oven. Increase the oven temperature to 450 degrees.
  • Stir together the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar and remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
  • Pour the sauce evenly over the meatloaf.
  • Return the meatloaf to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 165 degrees F.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

GROUND TURKEY MEATLOAF



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Save a few calories without sacrificing flavor with our tasty ground turkey meatloaf recipe!

Provided by Crissy Page

Categories     Dinner

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 pounds ground turkey, 97/3
1 green pepper, diced small
1 medium onion, diced small
1 cloves garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup ketchup, divided
⅓ cup chicken broth, low sodium
1 cup dry bread crumbs
2 eggs, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line a baking pan with foil and lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Add the olive oil to a medium skillet. Saute the bell pepper, onion and the garlic until tender ( about 6 minutes). Stir in the thyme, basil, salt and the pepper and continue to saute for another minute. Add the Worcestershire sauce, ¼ cup of the ketchup and the chicken broth; stir until blended and set aside to cool. For faster cooling transfer mixture to a bowl. Mixture can still be warm when used, just not hot.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, eggs and the bread crumbs. Stir in the green pepper mixture a little at a time until well blended.
  • Put the mixture onto the prepared pan. Shape into a loaf about 9 to 10 inches in length. Add the remaining ketchup to the top. Bake for one hour or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.

TURKEY MEATLOAF



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Turkey meatloaf is a favorite in our house! This healthy meatloaf recipe made with lean ground turkey is easy and delicious.

Provided by Gina

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp ketchup (I use organic)
2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 small onion (minced)
1 tsp olive oil
1.3 lb ground turkey (99% or 93% (I prefer 93))
1/2 cup seasoned whole wheat or gluten-free breadcrumbs (I like 4C)
1 large egg
1 tsp marjoram
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350F.
  • In a small bowl combine 2 tbsp of the ketchup with Worcestershire sauce.
  • In a small skillet, heat olive oil and onion on low heat until translucent, 3 to 5 minutes, remove from heat.
  • In a medium bowl combine the turkey, onion, breadcrumbs, egg, 1/4 cup ketchup, salt and marjoram.
  • Place mixture into a loaf pan or shape into a loaf and place on a baking pan. Spoon sauce on top.
  • Bake uncovered for 55-60 minutes, remove from oven and let it sit for 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /4, Calories 259 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Protein 37 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 104 mg, Sodium 390 mg, Fiber 1.5 g, Sugar 6 g

LOW-FAT TURKEY-IN-THE-GARDEN MEATLOAF



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Make and share this Low-Fat Turkey-in-the-Garden Meatloaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Spinach

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 lbs ground turkey or 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed,drained
1 cup quick oats or 1 cup old fashioned oats, uncooked
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup shredded carrot
1/3 cup nonfat milk
2 egg whites or 1 egg, lightly beaten
1 1/2 teaspoons Italian herb seasoning
1 teaspoon salt (optional)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Combine in a large mixing bowl the turkey or beef, the spinach, which has been squeezed to drain, the oats, onion, carrots, egg, milk, herbs (mixture of oregano, basil and thyme), salt and pepper.
  • Use a three-tined kitchen granny fork or wooden mixing fork to blend the meat ingredients.
  • Pat into a 9x5-inch loaf pan that has been sprayed with a no-stick oil product, or shape into a loaf and place in the middle of a 13x9-inch baking pan.
  • Bake 1 hour or until a thermometer registers 170 degrees and the center is no longer pink.
  • If substituting beef for turkey, bake 50 to 55 minutes and thermometer should register 160 degrees internal temperature (tip not touching baking dish).
  • Let loaf stand out of the oven for 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.4, Fat 7.4, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 58.9, Sodium 99.4, Carbohydrate 10.6, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 1.7, Protein 20.8

MOM'S TURKEY MEATLOAF



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Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 (1-inch thick) slices

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup skim milk
1 medium onion, peeled
2 pounds ground turkey breast
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
2 eggs, beaten
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup ketchup
1/2 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the oats and milk. Thinly slice 1/4 of the onion and set aside. Finely chop the remaining onion. In a large bowl, combine the turkey, oat mixture, chopped onion, bell pepper, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, salt and a few grinds of pepper. Mix just until well combined.
  • Transfer the mixture to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and shape into a loaf about 5 inches wide and 2 1/2 inches high. Pour the tomato sauce over the meatloaf and sprinkle with the sliced onions. Bake for about 1 hour or until an instant-read thermometer registers 160 degrees.F.
  • Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing.

LOW-FAT TURKEY MEATLOAF



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Fat free ground turkey and lean ground pork meatloaf. Very low in fat and high in protein. I have calculated the nutritional values and this recipe is much lower in fat and cholesterol than the final recipe indicates. Be sure that the ground pork is very lean or use all turkey and more seasonings.

Provided by SheriO

Categories     Pork

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb ground turkey breast, 99% fat free
1 lb ground lean pork
1 teaspoon dried onion flakes or 1/4 raw onion, chopped
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
2 eggs
1/4 cup fat-free half-and-half
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
pepper, if desired
catsup, for topping

Steps:

  • mix all ingredients well in large bowl.
  • Pat into bread loaf pan.
  • Top with drizzle of catsup.
  • Bake at 350º for 45-60 minutes.
  • lean bulk pork sausage can be substituted, but it should be very lean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.4, Fat 20, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 167.7, Sodium 357.5, Carbohydrate 8.3, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 1.3, Protein 36.8

HEALTHY TURKEY MEATLOAF



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Make and share this Healthy Turkey Meatloaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by RunninLion

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/4 lbs extra lean ground turkey (99% fat free)
1 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup white wine
1 egg, beaten
2 green onions, sliced
1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
1 teaspoon low sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons pepper
1 teaspoon ground sage
1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
3/4 cup ketchup
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line an ovenproof casserole or baking dish with foil.
  • Heat olive oil in medium-sized skillet. Add onion and cook over medium heat until soft and translucent. Add garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes
  • Add white wine to pan and cook for 1 minute Remove from heat.
  • In a large bowl, place turkey, onion mixture and remaining meatloaf ingredients. Using clean hands, mix until ingredients are well combined.
  • Place meat mixture in casserole/baking dish and form into loaf form.
  • In a small bowl, combine all glaze ingredients. Spread evenly over meatloaf.
  • Place dish in heated oven and bake for 45 minutes. Let meatloaf rest for 5-10 mins before serving.

LOW-SODIUM GROUND TURKEY MEATLOAF



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Great flavor just like regular turkey meatloaf, while minimizing the sodium!

Provided by Candi

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) package ground turkey
½ cup chopped onion
¼ cup shredded carrots
¼ cup diced green bell pepper
5 low-sodium buttery round crackers, crushed (such as Ritz Crackers®)
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon milk
1 teaspoon garlic and herb seasoning blend (such as Mrs. Dash®)
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Place turkey, onion, carrots, bell pepper, crackers, egg, milk, seasoning blend, and pepper into a mixing bowl. Blend gently using your hands until combined. Mold into a loaf shape and place onto the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), 40 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.2 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Cholesterol 125.1 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 24.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 96.8 mg, Sugar 2 g

TURKEY MEAT LOAF: ALMOST AS GOOD AS MOM'S USED TO BE



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A wonderful meat loaf that is fairly easy to make. Pairs well with a variety of side dishes. This can be a meal in itself or can be served with mashed potatoes and biscuits. Surprisingly good cold!

Provided by Rachael McGuire Peterson

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
½ cup ketchup
2 teaspoons white sugar
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style stewed tomatoes, undrained
3 pounds ground turkey
1 sleeve roasted vegetable-flavored buttery round crackers (such as Ritz®), crushed
1 onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Mix tomato sauce, tomato paste, ketchup, sugar, onion powder, garlic powder, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce in a bowl.
  • Place stewed tomatoes in a large bowl; crush tomatoes using a fork. Add turkey, crushed crackers, onion, green bell pepper, eggs, 1 tablespoon oregano, thyme, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and 2 teaspoons black pepper; mix until evenly combined. Spoon meatloaf mixture into the prepared baking dish. Form into a loaf, leaving about 1/2 inch between loaf and sides of dish.
  • Spoon half the tomato topping over the loaf.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Spoon the remaining tomato topping over loaf and top with mozzarella cheese. Bake until no longer pink in the center, 15 to 20 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.8 calories, Carbohydrate 18.8 g, Cholesterol 117.8 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 27.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 704.4 mg, Sugar 9 g

LEAN TURKEY MEATLOAF



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This is my recipe for a lower fat meatloaf, and the funny thing is, I used to hate ground turkey, until I came up with this recipe! Even my picky toddlers love this! They always ask for more.

Provided by javagirl81

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 meatloaf, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/3 lbs ground turkey breast
1 small onion, minced
3 tablespoons ketchup
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1 large egg
1/2 cup cooked white rice
1 tablespoon parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 -4 tablespoons ketchup, for the glaze

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Mix all ingredients, except for the second amount of Ketchup in a large mixing bowl.
  • Use your hands to completely combine everything.
  • Spray a cookie sheet with cooking spray.
  • Place all of the meat mixture on the cookie sheet, and shape it into a long rectangle. Pat it down to make sure that it will hold its shape while baking.
  • Cover the meatloaf with aluminum foil, and bake, covered for approximately 35-45 minutes. After that time has elapsed, uncover, and brush on the ketchup. Bake another 15-20 minutes until the glaze is set.
  • Note***If you have any leftover stuffing from Turkey day, (and you know you will -- ) you can substitute stuffing for the breadcrumbs -- yummy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.8, Fat 1.8, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 97.8, Sodium 455.7, Carbohydrate 12.9, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 4.3, Protein 27.3

LOW-CARB BEEF AND TURKEY MEATLOAF



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Great low-carb, high-protein meatloaf.

Provided by Ljdewitt

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

cooking spray
1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
1 pound ground turkey
3 large eggs
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a loaf dish with cooking spray.
  • Mix ground beef, ground turkey, eggs, Cheddar cheese, Worcestershire, Italian seasoning, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper thoroughly in a large mixing bowl. Place in the prepared pan. Cover.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.6 calories, Carbohydrate 3.2 g, Cholesterol 151.1 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 27.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 448.7 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

HEALTHY TURKEY LOAF



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Whipped up this low fat number while on a diet/workout program. GREAT beef meatloaf substitute. My husband, the meatloaf lover, just LOVES this loaf and it is SO easy to mix up, freeze and bake later for a quick meal!

Provided by SUSAN E. MURPHY

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ pound ground turkey
1 egg
¼ cup salsa
⅛ cup chopped red bell pepper
⅛ cup chopped yellow bell pepper
¼ cup chopped onion
¼ cup dry bread crumbs
lemon pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl combine the turkey, egg, salsa, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, onion, bread crumbs and lemon pepper. Mix well with hands until blended. Roll into a small loaf and place on a foil-lined baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Cholesterol 73 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 174.3 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

Tips:

  • For a tastier meatloaf, use a combination of ground turkey and ground beef.
  • Add some chopped vegetables to the meatloaf mixture, such as carrots, celery, or onions.
  • Use a low-fat cheese, such as mozzarella or cheddar, in the meatloaf mixture.
  • Bake the meatloaf at a temperature of 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 1 hour, or until it is cooked through.
  • Serve the meatloaf with a healthy side dish, such as roasted vegetables or a salad.

Conclusion:

This almost-fat-free turkey meatloaf is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with protein and flavor, and it is low in fat and calories. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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