Better-for-You Turkey Meatloaf

Gluten Free
Health score
18%
Better-for-You Turkey Meatloaf
130 min.
10
223kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious yet healthier alternative to traditional meatloaf, our Better-for-You Turkey Meatloaf is just what you need! Packed with flavors and nutrients, this gluten-free dish combines lean ground turkey with savory vegetables and spices, making it a wholesome option for any meal. Whether it's lunch or dinner, this meatloaf is sure to satisfy your cravings without the guilt.

The delightful blend of reduced-fat ground turkey sausage and fresh ingredients like green bell peppers and onions brings a unique twist to this classic comfort food. With each slice, you're indulging in a protein-rich dish that also delivers a balanced caloric breakdown, ensuring you fuel your body right. Plus, it's easy to make enough to feed the whole family or meal prep for the week ahead.

Imagine the aroma of this delightful meatloaf filling your kitchen as it bakes to perfection. The sweet touch of brown sugar atop the stewed tomatoes creates a mouthwatering glaze that adds just the right amount of sweetness. Rest assured, every bite is both satisfying and nutritious, making it an ideal centerpiece for any dinner table. So gather your ingredients and treat yourself and your loved ones to this better-for-you version of a classic dish—because eating healthy doesn't have to mean sacrificing flavor!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 tablespoons brown sugar 
  • 15.5 oz canned tomatoes with green peppers and onions, drained canned
  • large eggs lightly beaten
  • 0.8 cup bell pepper diced green
  • 16 oz ground turkey sausage reduced-fat
  • pounds pd of ground turkey lean
  • 0.8 cup milk 
  • 0.8 cup onion finely chopped
  • 0.8 cup quick-cooking oats uncooked
  • teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon worcestershire sauce 
  • teaspoon mustard yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • kitchen thermometer
  • aluminum foil
  • broiler pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Combine first 8 ingredients in a medium bowl.
  3. Add ground turkey and sausage; combine mixture just until blended, using hands.
  4. Place mixture on a lightly greased rack in an aluminum foil-lined broiler pan; shape mixture into a 10- x 5-inch loaf. Top with stewed tomatoes, and sprinkle with brown sugar.
  5. Bake at 350 for 1 hour and 35 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted into thickest portion registers 16
  6. Remove from oven; let stand 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories223kcal
Protein61.82%
Fat17.05%
Carbs21.13%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21
Glycemic Load
3.83
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
18.63043459602%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.53mg
Isorhamnetin
0.6mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Quercetin
2.68mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:222.65kcal
11.13%
Fat:4.3g
6.62%
Saturated Fat:1.26g
7.86%
Carbohydrates:12g
4%
Net Carbohydrates:10.18g
3.7%
Sugar:5.62g
6.24%
Cholesterol:95.64mg
31.88%
Sodium:403.11mg
17.53%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:35.11g
70.22%
Vitamin B3:13.9mg
69.52%
Vitamin B6:1.3mg
64.92%
Selenium:34.55µg
49.35%
Phosphorus:386.54mg
38.65%
Zinc:2.89mg
19.27%
Manganese:0.39mg
19.26%
Potassium:640.17mg
18.29%
Magnesium:70.41mg
17.6%
Vitamin C:14.14mg
17.14%
Vitamin B5:1.54mg
15.37%
Vitamin B12:0.84µg
13.96%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.53%
Iron:2.16mg
12.03%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.76%
Copper:0.2mg
10.12%
Fiber:1.82g
7.29%
Folate:24.48µg
6.12%
Vitamin D:0.85µg
5.64%
Calcium:54.84mg
5.48%
Vitamin E:0.8mg
5.3%
Vitamin A:228.43IU
4.57%
Vitamin K:3.49µg
3.33%
Source:My Recipes