Looking for comfort food recipes? Lighten up your dinner menu with this Homemade Turkey Meatloaf with Sweet Tomato Glaze.
What is on your dinner menu this week? If you are looking for something fresh and different but are familiar enough that everyone will still enjoy it, this is the recipe for you! This meatloaf recipe is made entirely from scratch – down to the blend of spices.
It has a long list of ingredients and all of them are whole foods from the earth. Using fresh foods enhances the flavors of the entire dish.
I’ll break down the recipe so it’s easy to understand and even answer some common questions about it.
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What are the best spices to use in meatloaf?
Another shortcut you could use is to buy a packet of meatloaf seasoning. This will save you a little bit of time since you won’t have to search through your cabinet for all the spices.
But I have my own blend of seasonings that I adore in meatloaf. It consists of:
- Cayenne Pepper
- Garlic Powder
- Smoked Paprika
That’s it! You could make a small batch of it and store it in a glass container labeled “meatloaf seasoning” so you have it later.
Ingredients for Homemade Turkey Meatloaf
This is what you will need to have on hand before you make your own homemade turkey meatloaf recipe:
- 1 1/2 Lbs Ground Turkey
- 1 Diced Yellow Bell Pepper
- 1/2 Diced White Onion
- 1 1/2 Cups Chopped Mushrooms
- 1 Egg
- 1 Tsp Salt
- 1 Tsp Pepper
- 1 Tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 2 Tsp Garlic Powder
- 2 Tsp Smoked Paprika
- 1 Tbs Tomato Paste for Meatloaf Mixture and 1 Tbs for Tomato Glaze
- 1 Tbs Honey
- 2 Tbs Coconut Amino Sauce
- 1 Tbs Dijon Mustard
How to Save Time on Food Prep
This recipe calls for peppers, onions, and mushrooms all diced and cut up. If you are hoping to make this meal on a busy night, here are some shortcuts you can take that will save you time.
- Buy prepped veggies – You can find frozen chopped peppers and onions at your grocery store and chopped mushrooms in the produce department.
- Do you veggie prep ahead of time – Some people do the chopping and prepping on the weekend and store them in plastic containers in the fridge.
- Use a food processor – Just put the veggies in, push a button, and done!
More Questions About Homemade Turkey Meatloaf
Is this Turkey Meatloaf recipe gluten-free?
Yes! This is a gluten-free turkey meatloaf recipe. There aren’t any breadcrumbs. It doesn’t need it. The veggies add all the filler they could want. Just make sure all of your spices and condiments are gluten-free too.
How to Make Turkey Meatloaf in the Instant Pot
If you have an Instant Pot, this recipe can be changed up to use it. Simply Happy Foodie has the instructions. It only takes about 35 minutes. She put her meatloaf in the oven broiler to crisp up the glaze – it’s a really great idea!
How to Make Turkey Meatloaf in the Slow Cooker
The slow cooker is my least favorite way to make meatloaf. If you want to try, use the recipe on 365 Days of Crockpot. Their idea put the entire loaf pan in the crockpot. This makes sure it stays in a loaf shape instead of a glob. They also broil the meatloaf for a few minutes to crisp it up.
How To Make Homemade Turkey Meatloaf in the Oven
I personally prefer to make my meatloaf in the oven.
First, mix up all your ingredients. I find it is easier to do this with my bare hands, just grabbing everything and smashing it together.
Then, place it all in a loaf pan and prepare the tomato glaze.
How to Make a Sweet Tomato Glaze
Do you know how some meatloaf recipes use ketchup? Or is it catsup? No matter how you spell it, my little concoction replaces it and tastes way better. There are just four simple ingredients and it has a ton of zesty flavor.
Do you put the glaze on before or after it cooks?
I prefer to take the cooked meatloaf out and brush it with the glaze at the end. If you want, you could put the glaze on during the last 5 minutes of cooking to add a bit of crispiness.
What to Serve with Turkey Meatloaf
This is pretty filling. So you can serve it with just a few small sides for a satisfying dinner. Some of my favorite things to serve with turkey meatloaf are:
- Steamed green beans with mushrooms
- Homemade creamed corn
- Roasted potatoes
How To Make Homemade Turkey Meatloaf
#1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
#2. In a large bowl, mix together all of the meatloaf ingredients.
#3. Place it all in a loaf pan.
#4. Bake in the oven for 55-60 minutes.
#5. While the meatloaf is cooking, prepare the tomato glaze.
#6. In a small bowl, mix together the 4 simple ingredients for the glaze.
#7. Add glaze to the meatloaf during last the 5 minutes to add a bit of crispiness or brush glaze onto the meatloaf after removing from the oven.
#8. Let it sit for 5 minutes then enjoy!
More Dinner Recipes to Try Next Time
Here are some more of my favorite dinner recipe ideas to help you with your menu planning.
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Homemade Turkey Meatloaf Recipe With Sweet Tomato Glaze
If you are looking for something fresh and different but are familiar enough that everyone will still enjoy it, this is the recipe for you! This meatloaf meal has a long list of ingredients and all of them are whole foods from the earth.
Ingredients
- For the Meatloaf
- 1 1/2 Lbs Ground Turkey
- 1 Diced Yellow Bell Pepper
- 1/2 Diced White Onion
- 1 1/2 Cups Chopped Mushrooms
- 1 Egg
- 1 Tsp Salt
- 1 Tsp Pepper
- 1 Tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 2 Tsp Garlic Powder
- 2 Tsp Smoked Paprika
- 1 Tbs Tomato Paste
- For the Tomato Glaze
- 1 Tbs Tomato Paste
- 1 Tbs Honey
- 2 Tbs Coconut Amino Sauce
- 1 Tbs Dijon Mustard
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
In a large bowl, mix together all of the meatloaf ingredients.
Place it all in a loaf pan
Bake in oven for 55-60 minutes.
While the meatloaf is cooking, prepare the tomato glaze.
In a small bowl, mix together the 4 simple ingredients for the glaze.
Add glaze to meatloaf during last the 5 minutes to add a bit crispiness or brush glaze onto meatloaf after removing from the oven.
Let sit 5 minutes then enjoy.
Notes
I find it is easier to mix the meatloaf ingredients with my bare hands, just grabbing everything and smashing it together.
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