The Healthy Good for You Meatloaf

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with "The Healthy Good for You Meatloaf," a wholesome twist on a comforting classic. Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like lean ground turkey, grated zucchini, shredded carrots, and rolled oats, this dish offers a lighter, high-protein alternative to traditional meatloaf. Seasoned with bold flavors like smoked paprika, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and Italian herbs, it’s as delicious as it is nutritious. Topped with a tangy tomato and unsweetened ketchup glaze, this recipe is baked to juicy perfection in under an hour. Perfect for busy families or meal-preppers, this healthy turkey meatloaf is sure to become a go-to favorite. Serve it alongside roasted veggies or a leafy green salad for the ultimate guilt-free comfort meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground turkey
• 0.5 cup rolled oats
• 1 egg
• 1 medium onion, finely diced
• 1 medium carrot, shredded
• 1 small zucchini, grated and squeezed of excess liquid
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 0.25 cup unsweetened ketchup
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground turkey, rolled oats, egg, diced onion, shredded carrot, grated zucchini, and minced garlic.

Step 3

Add the Worcestershire sauce, dijon mustard, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly with your hands or a spoon until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.

Step 4

Transfer the meatloaf mixture to the prepared loaf pan, pressing it down gently to create an even layer.

Step 5

In a small bowl, stir together the tomato paste and unsweetened ketchup to make the glaze. Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.

Step 6

Place the meatloaf in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer.

Step 7

Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.

Step 8

Slice the meatloaf into portions, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	938.6 grams (938.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1043

Total Fat 44.40g	57%
Saturated Fat 10.80g	54%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.70g
Cholesterol 520mg	173%
Sodium 2601mg	113%
Total Carbohydrate 69.00g	25%
Dietary Fiber 12.30g	44%
Total Sugars 21.00g
Protein 108.10g	216%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 278mg	21%
Iron 14mg	78%
Potassium 2819mg	60%

*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: 36.1%

Protein: 39.0%

Carbs: 24.9%