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Healthy turkey meatloaf with steamed vegetables

Aug 28, 2025

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Meatloaf is probably already a hassle-free family favourite at your house, but replacing beef with lean turkey mince makes it a healthier option for anyone looking for low-fat versions of classic meals. You can serve the meatloaf with a side of steamed veggies, brown rice or mashed sweet potato to complete your filling but healthy main meal.

Ingredients

500g turkey mince
1 teaspoon garlic
1/3 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
2 middle bacon rashers, trimmed, finely chopped
1 medium brown onion, finely chopped
2 teaspoons sweet paprika
1 medium apple, peeled, grated
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
Steamed vegetables, to serve
Chicken gravy, to serve

Method

Preheat oven to 200C or 180C fan-forced. Grease a 9cm deep, 9cm x19cm loaf pan. Combine in a large bowl, mince, garlic, parsley, bacon, onion, paprika, apple and 1/3 cup barbecue sauce. Mix together.
Spoon mixture into the prepared pan. Press down with the back of a spoon to even out the top.
Bake for 30 minutes. Make sure top is browned and comes away easily from the sides of the pan. Drain excess juice. Use remaining barbecue sauce to spread over the top. Bake again for 15 minutes, until the meatloaf is cooked through. Set aside for 5 minutes to cool slightly. Serve with steamed vegetables and chicken gravy.

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