Description
A cozy weeknight turkey meatloaf that’s lighter yet satisfying, topped with a delicious tangy glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey, 93 percent lean
- 2 slices cooked turkey bacon, chopped (optional)
- 3/4 cup plain breadcrumbs or panko
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1/3 cup whole milk or unsweetened plain plant milk
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium carrot, grated
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons ketchup for the meat
- 1/2 cup ketchup for the glaze
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (plus more to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment or lightly grease a loaf pan.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add the chopped onion and grated carrot, and sauté until softened, about 4 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, then remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, cooled vegetable mixture, turkey bacon (if using), breadcrumbs, egg, milk, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf on the prepared baking sheet or press into the loaf pan.
- Mix 1/2 cup ketchup with tomato paste and brush half over the meatloaf.
- Bake for 45 to 55 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove the meatloaf, brush with remaining glaze, and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For a firmer loaf, use panko breadcrumbs; for a softer loaf, use fine breadcrumbs. Make ahead by mixing ingredients and refrigerating for up to 24 hours.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: turkey meatloaf, healthy meatloaf, comfort food, family dinner, easy weeknight dinner