Turkey and Zucchini Meatloaf
A moist, savory turkey meatloaf with grated zucchini, sautéed aromatics, and a tangy ketchup-mustard glaze.
Instructions
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Step 1
Heat the oven to 190°C. Grease the loaf pan with 1 tsp (5 ml) olive oil.
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Step 2
Grate the zucchini, then squeeze it firmly by hand to remove as much liquid as possible.
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Step 3
Heat the remaining 2 tsp (10 ml) olive oil in the frying pan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened.
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Step 4
Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, then remove the pan from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
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Step 5
Combine the breadcrumbs and milk in the large mixing bowl and let them stand briefly. Stir in the eggs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and oregano.
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Step 6
Add the squeezed zucchini and cooled onion mixture to the bowl. Add the ground turkey and mix gently just until evenly combined.
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Step 7
Transfer the mixture to the prepared loaf pan and shape the top into an even, gently rounded surface.
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Step 8
Mix the remaining 4 tbsp (60 ml) ketchup with the Dijon mustard and brown sugar. Spread the glaze evenly over the meatloaf.
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Step 9
Bake until the center of the meatloaf reaches 74°C, about 55 to 65 minutes.
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Step 10
Set the pan on a wire rack and rest the meatloaf before slicing and serving.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: high
Keep the turkey refrigerated until needed and prevent contact between raw turkey and ready-to-eat foods. Cook the center to at least 74°C. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and consume them within 3 to 4 days.
Risk factors
- Raw ground poultry may contain harmful bacteria.
- Mixing by hand can spread contamination to nearby surfaces.
- A thick meatloaf may cook unevenly if doneness is judged only by appearance.