Mediterranean Turkey Meatloaf
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
342 kcal
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Course
Dinner
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Mediterranean Turkey Meatloaf
Description
In this Mediterranean Turkey Meatloaf, the meat mixture is enriched by sautéed onion and garlic for mild sweetness and aroma. Roasted red peppers and kalamata olives contribute smoky and briny notes, while feta cheese adds a creamy, tangy element throughout the loaf. The fresh dill and parsley emphasize herbal brightness complemented by dried oregano, seasoning the lean turkey without overwhelming it. Panko and milk bind the ingredients gently, and an egg helps maintain a firm but tender texture once baked.
Baked to an internal temperature of 170°F, the meatloaf achieves a moist and cohesive sliceable form with a golden exterior. It is served alongside a homemade tzatziki sauce, which provides a cool, creamy balance to the savory meat and herbs. This dish works well as a wholesome main course for dinner.
Ingredients
Meatloaf
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup red onion diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic grated or minced
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers diced
- 1/3 cup feta cheese crumbled
- 1/4 cup kalamata olive chopped
- 1 tablespoon dill fresh, chopped
- 2 tablespoons flat leaf parsley chopped
- 2 teaspoons oregano dried
- kosher salt fresh ground, to taste
- black pepper fresh ground, to taste
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup panko gluten free if needed
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 pound ground turkey 93/7% is best, lean
Tzatziki Sauce
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to 400° F. In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion in the olive oil until it starts to soften, about 2 minutes. Add in the garlic and sauté another 30 seconds. Dump the mixture into a large mixing bowl.
- Add the peppers, feta, olives, dill, parsley, oregano, egg, panko, milk, salt and pepper to the mixing bowl and whisk everything together. Add in the turkey and use your hand to combine the mixture being careful not to over-mix.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil (spray the foil with cooking spray) and form the meat mixture into a loaf that is equally thick all the way around. Bake for 30-40 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted into the middle reads 170° F. Let the meatloaf rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- In a medium sized bowl stir together all of the ingredients for the tzatziki sauce. Taste for for seasoning and serve with the meatloaf.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 342 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 342kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 47g | 94% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7g | 41% |
| Cholesterol | 141mg | 47% |
| Sodium | 339mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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