Grated zucchini added to turkey meatloaf makes it the juiciest. It’s simple to make this meatloaf: just combine all the ingredients, form it into a loaf, and bake!
Turkey Meatloaf with Zucchini
Here’s a suggestion: Add healthful ingredients to the cuisine your family already enjoys, rather than always attempting to convince them to eat healthier. I used some grated zucchini into my turkey meatloaf recipe as I had a ton of zucchini from my garden that needed to be used up. The meatloaf turned out to be quite tasty and moist.
Turkey Meatloaf Ingredients
- Sauce: To coat the top before baking, mix two teaspoons of Worcestershire sauce with a quarter cup of ketchup and the remaining ingredients.
- Meat: Choose from sublean ground beef or chicken or 93% lean ground turkey.
- Onion: In my original recipe for turkey meatloaf, I used dried onion flakes instead of sautéing fresh onion. You don’t have to sully another pan!
- Zucchini: The secret to tender meatloaf is zucchini. Grate till you get three-quarters of a cup, then cover with a cloth and press out any remaining moisture.
- Binders: To prevent turkey meatloaf from crumbling, egg and oats or breadcrumbs tie the meat together. You may use panko or normal or seasoned breadcrumbs if you don’t have oats. Additionally, add gluten-free breadcrumbs or oats to make a meatloaf.
- Seasonings: Use kosher salt and marjoram to season the meatloaf. If you must use another herb in place of the marjoram, use dried thyme.
FAQS
How Long to Cook Turkey Meatloaf with Zucchini
On a baking sheet, form the turkey zucchini meatloaf into a loaf and bake it uncovered for 55 to 60 minutes. It may be baked in a loaf pan as well. Allow it to rest for five minutes after completion before slicing. It can be prevented from collapsing by resting it.
How to Freeze Turkey Meatloaf
I usually enjoy making two batches of meatloaf so I can freeze one and eat the other. This turkey meatloaf with zucchini may be frozen whole or cut, and it keeps well in the refrigerator for three to four days. If you just need one or two servings at a time, slicing it is a good option. Place each slice in a zip-locked bag and freeze, covered with foil. Thaw it over night and reheat in the microwave to rewarm.
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Turkey Meatloaf with Zucchini
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
- Set oven temperature to 350°F.
- Mix 2 tablespoons of ketchup and Worcestershire sauce in a small bowl.
- The turkey, zucchini, dried onion, oats or breadcrumbs, egg, 1/4 cup ketchup, salt, and marjoram should all be combined in a medium-sized bowl.
- Place on a baking pan and shape into a loaf. Place sauce on top.
- Cover and bake for 55–60 minutes. After taking it out of the oven, let it cool for 5 minutes before slicing.
