Authentic Meat Loaf Recipe

Craving a juicy, flavorful meatloaf without the guilt? This diabetic-friendly recipe delivers! Made with lean ground turkey and beef, and bursting with zesty salsa and tomato flavors, it's a delicious and healthy weeknight meal the whole family will love. Perfect for meal prepping and portion control!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 363.5 kcal
Protein 102g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Authentic Meat Loaf

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How to Make Authentic Meat Loaf

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly grease a 4x8 inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup tomato sauce, 3 tablespoons salsa, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 2 large egg whites.
  4. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1/2 cup chopped mushrooms, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 1/2 cup rolled oats to the wet ingredients. Mix well.
  5. In a large bowl, gently combine 1 pound ground beef and 1 pound ground turkey.
  6. Add the wet ingredient mixture to the meat mixture and gently combine. Do not overmix.
  7. Shape the meat mixture into a 4x8-inch rectangular loaf and place it in the prepared baking pan.
  8. In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup tomato sauce and 1 tablespoon salsa.
  9. Drizzle the sauce mixture evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
  10. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the center reads 160°F (71°C), and the juices run clear.
  11. Remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

25g

Carbs

2g