Ingredients:
- 2 lbs ground turkey
- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1 cup grated carrot
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2: Prepare the Meatloaf Mixture
In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, grated zucchini, grated carrot, chopped onion, chopped red bell pepper, minced garlic, rolled oats, beaten eggs, ketchup, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are well combined.
Step 3: Shape the Meatloaf
Transfer the meatloaf mixture to a greased 9×5 inch (23×13 cm) loaf pan. Use your hands to shape the mixture into a loaf shape.
Step 4: Bake the Meatloaf
Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
Serve the healthy turkey meatloaf with veggies hot with your favorite side dishes and enjoy!
Nutrition:
Here is the approximate nutritional information for a 1/8th slice of this healthy turkey meatloaf with veggies:
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 25g
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 4g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
- Sodium: 470mg
This healthy turkey meatloaf with veggies is a great way to enjoy a classic comfort food dish without all the extra calories and fat. The addition of grated zucchini and carrot not only adds extra nutrition to the dish but also helps to keep the meatloaf moist and flavorful. This recipe is easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner or meal prep for the week ahead.
Enjoy this healthy twist on a classic meatloaf recipe and feel good about what you’re putting into your body!
