Forktionary

Turkey Meatloaf With Roasted Red Pepper Sauce Recipe

This vibrant and flavorful Turkey Meatloaf with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce is a family-friendly recipe that's surprisingly healthy! Inspired by the South Beach Diet, but adapted for deliciousness, this lean meatloaf is packed with spinach and cheese, baked to juicy perfection, and topped with a creamy, roasted red pepper sauce. A lighter take on a classic comfort food – perfect for a weeknight dinner!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 508.7 kcal
Protein 80g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Turkey Meatloaf With Roasted Red Pepper Sauce 26

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Turkey Meatloaf With Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

  • 1.5 lbs ground turkey
  • 1 cup chopped fresh spinach
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 3/4 cup Italian dressing, divided
  • 2 large red bell peppers, roasted and peeled
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Turkey Meatloaf With Roasted Red Pepper Sauce? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make Turkey Meatloaf With Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1.5 lbs ground turkey, 1 cup chopped fresh spinach, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1 large egg, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 1/4 cup of your favorite Italian dressing. Mix until well combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into a 9x4 inch loaf in a greased 13x9 inch baking pan.
  4. Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  6. While the meatloaf rests, combine 2 large red bell peppers (roasted and peeled), and 1/2 cup Italian dressing in a blender or food processor.
  7. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste (salt and pepper).
  8. Slice the meatloaf and serve generously topped with the roasted red pepper sauce.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

74 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

51g

Carbs

5g

Recipe Categories (Choose a category and find related recipes!)

Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Side Dishes Poultry Turkey Recipes Italian The Americas American Southern Healthy Baking

Recipe Tags (Choose a tag and find related recipes!)

60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Main Dish Poultry Turkey Dietary Low Carb Low In Something Meat