Description
This hidden veggie meatloaf is a wholesome, family-friendly twist on the classic comfort food. Packed with lean ground beef, turkey, and finely chopped vegetables, it’s moist, flavorful, and perfect for sneaking in extra nutrition. Ideal for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or freezer meals, it’s a healthy and satisfying option even picky eaters will enjoy. Keywords: hidden veggie meatloaf, healthy meatloaf recipe, kid-friendly dinner, turkey and beef meatloaf, meal prep meatloaf.
Ingredients
1 pound lean ground beef
2/3 pound ground turkey
1 egg
3/4 cup finely chopped celery
3/4 cup regular rolled oats
1/2 cup skim milk
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
2/3 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground turkey, egg, celery, rolled oats, skim milk, ketchup, onion, green pepper, parsley, dry mustard, salt, garlic, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined. The mixture will be moist.
- Transfer the mixture into a 9×5-inch loaf pan, pressing it in evenly.
- Bake for about 1 1/2 hours, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 160°F (70°C). The meatloaf may still appear slightly pink due to the ketchup.
- Allow the meatloaf to rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can substitute ground chicken for turkey for a lighter version.
- Add shredded zucchini or carrots for even more hidden veggies.
- Top with extra ketchup or barbecue sauce before baking for a classic glaze.
- Freeze the whole loaf or individual slices for convenient future meals.
- Letting the meatloaf rest before slicing helps it hold together better.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
