Turkey meatloaf is a lean and flavorful dish that can be prepared in many different ways. It's a great way to use up leftover turkey, or to enjoy a delicious meatloaf meal without all the fat and calories of traditional beef meatloaf. Paired with vegetables, this meal becomes a balanced and nutritious option for any meal. Whether you're looking for a classic meatloaf recipe, or something more adventurous, you'll find a recipe in this article that's sure to please everyone at your table.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
TURKEY AND VEGETABLE MEAT LOAF
For a lighter meatloaf, try making it with ground turkey! It will be so moist and delicious that it will become a favorite for your family.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute the onion, carrots and celery in oil until tender. In a large bowl, combine the onion mixture, cracker crumbs, 1/2 cup ketchup, parsley, egg, 2 teaspoons mustard, salt, garlic and pepper. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. , Shape into a loaf. Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour. , In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and remaining ketchup and mustard until smooth. Spoon over meat loaf. Bake 10-20 minutes longer or until meat is no longer pink and a thermometer reads 160°; drain. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 139mg cholesterol, Sodium 1158mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.
TURKEY & VEGETABLE MEATLOAF
This healthy meatloaf recipe uses ground turkey--which has a higher percentage of healthy unsaturated fat compared to ground beef--and it's loaded with colorful vegetables. You'll also love this recipe because it makes two loaves. That means you can eat one the night you bake it and save the other for the next day to enjoy as sandwiches (hot or cold, your choice) or set atop a salad of vinaigrette-dressed mixed greens (your own homey version of a country pâté).
Provided by Katie Workman
Categories Ground Turkey Recipes
Time 1h30m
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sweet potato and shallots and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes. Add bell pepper and zucchini; cook, stirring, until the vegetables are starting to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Add corn, peas and garlic; cook, stirring, for 2 minutes more. Stir in salt and pepper. Turn the mixture onto a plate and cool for 10 minutes.
- Whisk eggs in a large bowl; whisk in milk, breadcrumbs, parsley, Worcestershire, thyme and cayenne. Stir in the cooled vegetables. Add turkey and gently but thoroughly mix with your hands or a spoon to combine. Shape the mixture into two loaves (about 6 by 3 inches each) on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the top of each loaf with half the ketchup.
- Bake until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center registers at least 160 degrees F, about 40 minutes. Let stand for 15 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.5 calories, Carbohydrate 18.7 g, Cholesterol 135.7 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 454.6 mg, Sugar 5.6 g
TURKEY MEATLOAF AND VEGETABLES
Make and share this Turkey Meatloaf and Vegetables recipe from Food.com.
Provided by lleavitt
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 8h20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place bread in a large bowl. Pour the milk over the bread and let stand 10 minutes.
- Coarsely chop 1 of the carrots and cut the remaining 2 carrots into chunks. COarsely chop 1 onion and slice remaining onions. Set aside carrot chunks and sliced onions.
- Place chopped carrot, chopped onion and celery in a food processor; pulse into finely chopped. Transfer to a bowl with bread mixture. Add the turkey, egg and salt; mix with hands until combined. Shape into an oval loaf and place in a slow cooker.
- Arrange the potatoes, mushrooms and reserved carrot chunks and onion slices around the meatloaf. Cover and cook until the meat and vegtables are fork-tender, 4-5 hours on high or 8-10 hours on low.
- Transfer the meatloaf to a platter and cut into 6 slices. Spoon vegetables around the meatloaf.
VEGETABLE MEATLOAF WITH BALSAMIC GLAZE
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Heat the oil in a large saute pan over high heat. Add the zucchini, bell peppers, garlic paste and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper and cook until the vegetables are almost soft, about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- Whisk the egg and fresh herbs in a large bowl. Add the turkey, panko, grated cheese, 1/2 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar and the cooled vegetables; mix until just combined.
- Gently press the mixture into a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan. Whisk the remaining 1/4 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes in a small bowl; brush the mixture over the entire loaf. Bake for 1 to 1 1/4 hours. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
TURKEY VEGGIE MEATLOAF CUPS
This super-delicious and incredibly easy recipe has become one of my absolute favorites. I pass it on to everyone I know, and they all rave about it too!
Provided by Amy Holmberg
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Turkey Ground Turkey Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray 20 muffin cups with cooking spray.
- Place zucchini, onions, and red bell pepper into a food processor, and pulse several times until finely chopped but not liquefied. Place the vegetables into a bowl, and mix in ground turkey, couscous, egg, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard until thoroughly combined. Fill each prepared muffin cup about 3/4 full. Top each cup with about 1 teaspoon of barbecue sauce.
- Bake in the preheated oven until juices run clear, about 25 minutes. Internal temperature of a muffin measured by an instant-read meat thermometer should be at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.9 calories, Carbohydrate 13.6 g, Cholesterol 46.7 mg, Fat 1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 13.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 244.4 mg, Sugar 5.3 g
BEST TURKEY MEATLOAF
After much trial and error trying to make a more healthy meatloaf, I came up with this recipe. It is important to make this on a baking sheet so the liquids can be drained off the meatloaf. Also, do not put the topping on before the meatloaf has cooked for 30 minutes. Turkey creates a lot of juices, so if you put the topping on first it will become watery and runny.
Provided by isabella104
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Turkey Ground Turkey Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a jelly roll pan.
- Mix ground turkey, buttery round cracker crumbs, milk, onion, egg, salt, garlic, and black pepper in a bowl; shape into a loaf and place on the prepared jelly roll pan.
- Mix ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce in a separate bowl; set aside.
- Bake meatloaf in preheated oven for 30 minutes; remove from oven and drain liquids. Top meatloaf with ketchup topping. Return loaf to oven and continue baking until no longer pink in the center, about 30 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.3 calories, Carbohydrate 25.2 g, Cholesterol 84.5 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 19.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 880.8 mg, Sugar 12.7 g
GARDEN VEGETABLE TURKEY MEATLOAF
The oatmeal and chili sauce were inspired by another recipe I found on RecipeZaar, but I added an assortment of vegetables to add color, texture, flavor, and nutrition. I like to use the Uncle Sam oatmeal because it contains flax seeds and wheat flakes along with the oats, but you can use any rolled oats or instant plain oatmeal you have on hand.
Provided by BxChick
Categories Poultry
Time 1h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°.
- Empty packet of oatmeal into a small bowl and add milk. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a small sauté pan. Add onion and garlic and sauté until soft.
- Add rest of the vegetables and cook until soft and some of the liquid has evaporated.
- In a mixing bowl, mix ground turkey, oatmeal mixture, chili sauce, Worcestershire sauce and sauteed veggies until well combined. Form into a loaf shape and place in a greased loaf pan or on a greased cookie sheet.
- Bake at 350°F until internal temperature reaches 140°F Raise oven temperature to 450°F and bake until internal temperature reaches 180°, and the outside of the loaf forms a nice crust.
VEGGIE-STUFFED TURKEY MEATLOAF
Take ordinary meatloaf to a new level with this Veggie-Stuffed Turkey Meatloaf recipe. Made with ground turkey, butternut squash, egg, cheese and more, this stuffed turkey meatloaf will satisfy your comfort-food craving.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F.
- Heat 1/4 cup dressing in medium skillet over medium heat. Add squash and onions; cook, stirring frequently, 6 min. or until golden brown.
- Stir in water; cover. Cook, stirring frequently to loosen browned bits from bottom of skillet, 4 min. or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Remove from heat.
- Mix egg, turkey, A.1. Sauce and bread just until blended.
- Press 1/2 the turkey mixture onto bottom of 9x5-inch loaf pan sprayed with cooking spray; cover with layers of spinach, cheese and cooked vegetables. Firmly press remaining turkey mixture over layers in pan.
- Mix ketchup and remaining dressing until blended; spread over meatloaf.
- Bake 45 min. or until done (165°F).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 540 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 14 g
Tips:
- To ensure the meatloaf is cooked evenly, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. It should read 165°F (74°C) in the center.
- Feel free to adjust the seasonings in the meatloaf mixture to your liking. Add more herbs, spices, or even a splash of Worcestershire sauce.
- If you don't have a loaf pan, you can shape the meatloaf mixture into a free-form loaf and bake it on a sheet pan.
- Serve the meatloaf with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.
- Leftover meatloaf can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.
Conclusion:
This turkey meatloaf and vegetables recipe is a delicious and easy weeknight meal. It's packed with protein and flavor, and the vegetables add a healthy dose of nutrients. Plus, it's a great way to use up leftover turkey. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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