Lighter Meatloaf Recipe

This Lighter Meatloaf recipe is a guaranteed hit! A Weight Watchers favorite (4 points per 1/6 serving), it boasts a juicy, flavorful texture despite using mostly lean ground turkey. No one will guess it's a lighter version! Perfect for company or a weeknight meal, it's incredibly moist and satisfying. Serve with your favorite sides like sweet potatoes or steamed green beans for a complete and delicious dinner.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 75 mins

Calories 200 kcal

Protein 40g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lighter Meatloaf

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 large egg whites
Black Pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (or to taste)
1/2 cup chopped onion
Canned Tomato Sauce
Old Fashioned Oats
Lean Ground Turkey
Lean Ground Beef

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How to Make Lighter Meatloaf

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Lightly spray a 9x5 inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
In a large bowl, gently combine 1 pound ground beef, 1 pound ground turkey, 1/2 cup chopped onion, and 1/2 cup rolled oats.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup tomato sauce, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (or to taste), 2 large egg whites, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
Add the wet ingredients to the meat mixture and gently combine with your hands. Do not overmix.
Press the meat mixture firmly into the prepared loaf pan.
Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

Fat

14g

Carbs

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Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Side Dishes Poultry Turkey Recipes Beef & Red Meat Ground Beef Recipes The Americas American Healthy Baking

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Main Dish Beef Easy Dietary Low Carb Inexpensive Ground Beef Low In Something Meat 4 Hours Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lighter Meatloaf?

Lighter Meatloaf takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lighter Meatloaf?

Lighter Meatloaf has approximately 200 calories per serving, with about 40 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 13 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lighter Meatloaf?

The key ingredients for Lighter Meatloaf are Worcestershire Sauce, Egg Whites, Black Pepper, Salt, Hot Pepper Sauce, Onion. See the full list with measurements above.