Italian Turkey Mini Meatloaves

Elevate your weeknight dinner with these flavorful Italian Turkey Mini Meatloaves, a healthier spin on a classic comfort food. Perfectly portioned in a muffin tin, these moist and tender mini meatloaves are packed with lean ground turkey, Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and aromatic Italian herbs. A dollop of marinara sauce adds a tangy touch, while gooey melted mozzarella creates an irresistible finish. Quick to prepare and oven-baked in just 25 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy families looking for a satisfying, wholesome meal. Serve these mini meatloaves alongside a crisp green salad, roasted veggies, or a light pasta dish for an Italian-inspired dinner everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large egg
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 0.5 cup finely chopped onion
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup marinara sauce
• 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0 non-stick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Lightly grease a standard-sized muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray or line it with silicone muffin liners.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, onion, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix with your hands or a spoon until well combined, but do not overmix to keep the meatloaves tender.

Step 4

Divide the turkey mixture evenly among the muffin tin cups (about 8-10 cups, depending on size). Press the mixture gently into each cup to create mini meatloaves.

Step 5

Using a spoon, top each mini meatloaf with about 1 tablespoon of marinara sauce, spreading it evenly over the surface.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 7

After 20 minutes, remove the muffin tin from the oven and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of each meatloaf.

Step 8

Return the meatloaves to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the internal temperature of the meatloaves reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the meatloaves rest for 5 minutes before carefully removing them from the muffin tin.

Step 10

Serve warm with your choice of side dishes, such as a green salad, roasted vegetables, or pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	810.4 grams (810.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1098

Total Fat 60.70g	78%
Saturated Fat 23.50g	118%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 602mg	201%
Sodium 2618mg	114%
Total Carbohydrate 17.30g	6%
Dietary Fiber 3.40g	12%
Total Sugars 6.00g
Protein 116.70g	233%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 729mg	56%
Iron 7mg	41%
Potassium 385mg	8%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.5%

Protein: 43.1%

Carbs: 6.4%