Low Fat Turkey in the Garden Meatloaf

Elevate your family dinner with this nutritious and flavor-packed Low Fat Turkey in the Garden Meatloaf! A healthy twist on a classic comfort food, this recipe combines lean ground turkey with garden-fresh vegetables like zucchini, carrot, and red bell pepper for a moist and flavorful loaf that's as wholesome as it is satisfying. Bound together with nutrient-rich egg whites and hearty rolled oats, this meatloaf is seasoned to perfection with garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and a blend of dried herbs. A light glaze of low-sodium ketchup adds just the right touch of tangy sweetness, while fresh parsley provides a pop of color and freshness. Perfectly portioned for six servings and ready in just over an hour, this low-fat, high-protein dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or a crisp side salad for a guilt-free weeknight meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds lean ground turkey
• 1 medium (shredded) zucchini
• 1 medium (shredded) carrot
• 1 small (finely diced) yellow onion
• 1 small (finely diced) red bell pepper
• 3 cloves (minced) garlic
• 0.5 cup rolled oats
• 2 large egg whites
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.25 cup (divided) low-sodium ketchup
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, shredded zucchini, shredded carrot, diced onion, and diced red bell pepper.

Step 3

Add minced garlic, rolled oats, egg whites, Worcestershire sauce, 2 tablespoons of ketchup, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.

Step 4

Using clean hands or a sturdy spoon, mix all ingredients together until well-combined, ensuring the vegetables and seasonings are evenly distributed throughout.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Spread the remaining 2 tablespoons of ketchup evenly across the top of the meatloaf for a flavorful glaze.

Step 7

Place the loaf pan in the oven and bake for 45 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured with a meat thermometer.

Step 8

Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy your Low Fat Turkey in the Garden Meatloaf!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1264.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1328.9

Total Fat 52.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 486.0mg	0%
Sodium 3418.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.9g	0%
Total Sugars 33.1g
Protein 152.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 274.1mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 2834.9mg	0%

*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: 33.7%

Protein: 43.4%

Carbs: 22.9%