Description
This healthy turkey meatloaf recipe is a family favorite, made with lean ground turkey, seasoned breadcrumbs, and a flavorful ketchup-based sauce. It’s easy to prepare and bakes to a moist, savory loaf perfect for a wholesome dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Meatloaf
- 1.3 lb ground turkey (93% lean preferred)
- 1/2 small onion, minced
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup seasoned whole wheat or gluten-free breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp marjoram
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 cup ketchup (organic recommended)
For the Sauce
- 2 tbsp ketchup (organic recommended)
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s at the perfect temperature for baking the turkey meatloaf evenly.
- Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons of ketchup and Worcestershire sauce to create a flavorful glaze that will be spooned over the meatloaf before baking.
- Cook Onion: Heat olive oil in a small skillet over low heat. Add the minced onion and cook slowly for 3 to 5 minutes until the onions become translucent and soft. Remove from heat to cool slightly.
- Mix Meatloaf Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the ground turkey, cooked onions, breadcrumbs, egg, 1/4 cup ketchup, kosher salt, and marjoram. Mix gently until all ingredients are evenly incorporated without overworking the meat.
- Shape the Loaf: Transfer the mixture into a loaf pan or shape it into a loaf form by hand and place it on a baking sheet. This will help the meatloaf keep its shape during baking.
- Add Sauce: Spoon the prepared ketchup and Worcestershire sauce glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf to enhance flavor and help keep it moist during baking.
- Bake: Place the meatloaf in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 55 to 60 minutes. This allows the loaf to cook through and develop a lightly browned exterior.
- Rest and Serve: Once baked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Resting helps the juices redistribute, resulting in a juicy, tender slice when you cut it.
Notes
- This turkey meatloaf is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional beef meatloaf, perfect for a nutritious family meal.
- Using 93% lean ground turkey keeps the meatloaf moist while reducing fat content.
- Seasoned whole wheat or gluten-free breadcrumbs add texture and help bind the meatloaf.
- The ketchup and Worcestershire sauce glaze adds a savory, slightly tangy finish that complements the mild turkey flavor.
- Letting the meatloaf rest after baking is important to ensure it slices neatly without falling apart.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of meatloaf
- Calories: 259 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 390 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Cholesterol: 104 mg
