Description
These Veggie-Packed Turkey Meatloaf Cups are a delicious and easy dinner option that combines lean ground turkey with finely chopped vegetables and classic seasonings. Baked in a muffin tin for individual portions, they offer a perfect balance of protein and veggies, making meal prep simple and family-friendly.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatloaf Mixture
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup finely chopped zucchini
- 1/2 cup finely chopped carrots
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
For Greasing and Topping
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for greasing muffin tin)
- Extra ketchup for topping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin using olive oil to prevent the meatloaf cups from sticking.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the ground turkey, finely chopped zucchini, carrots, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix Gently: Stir the mixture gently until just combined to avoid making the meat mixture dense or tough.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the meat mixture evenly into the prepared muffin tin cups, pressing lightly to shape the mixture evenly in each cup.
- Add Topping: Place a small spoonful of ketchup on top of each meatloaf cup for added flavor and moisture during baking.
- Bake: Bake the meatloaf cups in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest and Serve: Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the meatloaf cups rest for 5 minutes before carefully removing them from the tin and serving.
Notes
- Use lean ground turkey to keep the meatloaf cups low in fat and calories.
- Finely chopping the vegetables helps them cook evenly and blend well into the meat mixture.
- You can substitute the breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs if desired.
- Adding extra ketchup on top helps keep the meatloaf moist and adds a slightly sweet glaze.
- These meatloaf cups can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat well.
