Description

These Healthy Mini Turkey Meatloaves are a lighter take on the classic comfort food, packed with lean ground turkey, grated carrots, and a touch of unsweetened applesauce for extra moisture. Perfect for portion control, these Individual Turkey Meatloaves are baked in a muffin tin for quick and easy serving. If you’re looking for a Lean Meatloaf Recipe, a Small Batch Meatloaf, or a Mini Meatloaf Recipe Healthy, this is the perfect option! Serve with roasted veggies or a fresh salad for a nutritious and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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For the Meatloaf:

1 lb ground turkey (93% lean)
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for low-carb)
1 small onion, finely diced
1 carrot, grated
1 egg
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce (or Greek yogurt)
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For the Glaze:

1/4 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

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Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:

Set oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly grease a muffin tin or line it with parchment cups.

2. Prepare the Meatloaf Mixture:

In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, breadcrumbs, onion, grated carrot, egg, applesauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Stir until just combined—do not overmix.

3. Shape the Mini Meatloaves:

Divide the mixture evenly into the muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.

4. Prepare the Glaze:

In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, honey (or maple syrup), and Dijon mustard.
Brush over each mini meatloaf.

5. Bake:

Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

6. Serve:

Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Pair with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a balanced meal.

Notes

Swap applesauce for Greek yogurt for extra protein.
Make it low-carb by using almond flour instead of breadcrumbs.
Freeze leftovers for quick and easy meal prep.
Perfect for meal prepping—store in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner, Healthy, Meal Prep
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American