There’s something deeply satisfying about a warm, home-cooked meatloaf, and when it’s baked into perfectly portioned mini loaves, it’s even better.
These little beauties are packed with flavor, tender yet firm, and best of all, they’re wonderfully healthy.
These mini turkey meatloaves are easy, fuss-free, and undeniably delicious.
I adore recipes that feel like a treat but are actually doing you good, and this one is a prime example.
Using lean ground turkey, a handful of pantry staples, and a muffin pan for effortless portion control, you’ll have a week’s worth of nourishing meals in no time.
Baked Healthy Mini Turkey Meatloaf Recipe
This baked healthy mini turkey meatloaf recipe is very useful. Unlike your average dense meatloaf, these are incredibly moist and packed with delicious, savory goodness.
Made with lean ground turkey and a perfect blend of seasonings, they deliver on both taste and nutrition.
What’s more, these mini loaves bake up beautifully in muffin pans.
They create the ideal single-serving portions.
If you're after a quick, healthy lunch idea with ground turkey for the week, these little meatloaves are a brilliant go-to.
Serve them with a crisp salad, roasted veggies, or your favorite grain for a well-rounded meal.
Ingredients
1 lb ground turkey
Step-by-step Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin pan or line with silicone baking cups.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, mustard, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, oregano, and parsley. Mix gently until just combined.
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Divide the mixture evenly among the muffin cups, pressing lightly to shape them.
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Spoon a small amount of additional ketchup over the top of each mini meatloaf for a flavorful glaze.
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Bake for 25 minutes or until the meatloaves are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
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Remove from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 180kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 6g10%
- Saturated Fat 1.5g8%
- Cholesterol 75mg25%
- Sodium 340mg15%
- Total Carbohydrate 10g4%
- Dietary Fiber 1g4%
- Sugars 2g
- Protein 20g40%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For an extra punch of flavor, try adding a dash of hot sauce or finely chopped bell peppers to the mixture.
If you’re after something closer to the Pioneer Woman turkey meatloaf, consider a BBQ glaze instead of ketchup.
Leftovers store beautifully and can be frozen for quick, healthy meals on the go.
