Description
Healthy Turkey Meatloaf is a deliciously nutritious twist on a classic comfort dish, perfect for family dinners or meal prepping for the week. This recipe features lean ground turkey, fresh vegetables, and a flavorful sweet glaze that keeps it moist and satisfying. With easy preparation steps and wholesome ingredients, this meatloaf is not only healthy but also kid-friendly—making it ideal for even the pickiest eaters. Enjoy it as leftovers in sandwiches, salads, or simply reheated for a quick meal. Try this healthy turkey meatloaf for a heartwarming dinner that doesn’t compromise on taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 pounds ground turkey
- 1/2 medium onion, diced
- 1/2 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 ounces Swiss cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and grease a loaf pan.
- Sauté onion and bell pepper in a skillet over medium heat until soft. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- In a mixing bowl, combine sautéed vegetables with ground turkey, egg, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, panko breadcrumbs, Swiss cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf in the prepared pan.
- Bake for about 40–45 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Mix ketchup, mustard, and honey for the glaze; spread over the meatloaf during the last 15 minutes of baking.
- Allow to rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 3 ounces (85g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 70mg