Description
This Turkey Meatloaf with Zucchini is a moist, flavorful, and healthy twist on the classic meatloaf. Grated zucchini adds juiciness and moisture, while lean ground turkey keeps it light. Enhanced with Worcestershire sauce, dried onion flakes, and marjoram, it’s an easy-to-make, oven-baked dish perfect for a comforting family dinner.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3/4 cup grated zucchini (squeezed dry after)
- 6 tablespoons ketchup (divided)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean)
- 2 tablespoons dried onion flakes
- 1/3 cup quick oats (or seasoned breadcrumbs)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon marjoram
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the meatloaf evenly.
- Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of ketchup with the Worcestershire sauce to create a tangy glaze for the meatloaf topping.
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium bowl, thoroughly combine the ground turkey, grated zucchini, dried onion flakes, quick oats or breadcrumbs, egg, 1/4 cup ketchup, kosher salt, and marjoram until well mixed.
- Shape Meatloaf: Form the mixture into a loaf shape and place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased for easy cleanup.
- Apply Sauce: Spoon the prepared ketchup and Worcestershire sauce mixture evenly over the top of the shaped meatloaf to enhance flavor and moisture during baking.
- Bake: Bake the meatloaf uncovered in the preheated oven for 55 to 60 minutes, ensuring it’s cooked through and juices run clear.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the meatloaf rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Adding grated zucchini ensures the meatloaf remains juicy and moist.
- This recipe uses quick oats as a binder, but seasoned breadcrumbs can be substituted for a different texture.
- Allowing the meatloaf to rest after baking helps keep it tender and easier to slice.
- You can customize the seasoning by adding more herbs or spices to suit your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 meatloaf
- Calories: 275 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 610.5 mg
- Fat: 11.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25.5 g
- Cholesterol: 130.5 mg
