Description
Easy Turkey Meatloaf is a comforting, flavorful dish that brings nostalgia to the dinner table. With its juicy texture and delightful blend of herbs and spices, this meatloaf is perfect for family meals or impressing guests. Serve it with creamy mashed potatoes and fresh green beans for a wholesome experience that will warm your heart. This simple recipe allows you to sneak in veggies while delivering a satisfying meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 1 large egg
- 1 medium onion (finely diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup ketchup (plus more for glazing)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onions and garlic until softened, about 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, sautéed onions and garlic, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, and optional bell peppers until just mixed.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf on a lined baking sheet or in a loaf pan. Smooth the top for even cooking.
- Spread reserved ketchup over the top for added flavor.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg