Best 5 Turkey Spinach Meat Loaf Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with a tantalizing dish that harmoniously blends the flavors and textures of turkey, spinach, and savory meatloaf. This delightful recipe offers a delectable combination of ground turkey, sautéed spinach, aromatic herbs, and a medley of seasonings, all enveloped in a rich and flavorful glaze. Prepare to indulge your taste buds in a symphony of flavors with this exceptional turkey spinach meatloaf.

In addition to the main recipe, this article presents a collection of equally enticing variations that cater to diverse dietary preferences and culinary inclinations. For those seeking a vegetarian alternative, the vegetarian spinach meatloaf offers a satisfying and flavorful option. Those with a penchant for spicy dishes will delight in the spicy turkey spinach meatloaf, which incorporates a zesty blend of chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper. And for individuals following a gluten-free diet, the gluten-free turkey spinach meatloaf provides a delectable alternative that maintains the integrity of flavor.

These diverse recipes offer a delightful culinary adventure, ensuring that everyone can savor the goodness of turkey spinach meatloaf, regardless of their dietary restrictions or preferences.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLIMMED DOWN TURKEY SPINACH MEATLOAF



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1 large onion, sliced
One 10-ounce package frozen spinach, thawed and excess water squeezed out
One 10-ounce package frozen spinach, thawed and excess water squeezed out
1 cup 1-percent milk
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon dried mint
1 tablespoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Pinch of grated nutmeg
1 large egg plus 1 egg white
1 cooked large baking potato, peeled (about 10 ounces)
Freshly ground black pepper
1 pound ground lean turkey
4 plum tomatoes
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • For the meatloaf: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat; add the garlic and onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and brown, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a food processor along with the spinach, milk, lemon zest, mint, salt, Worcestershire, nutmeg, eggs, potato and some pepper. Pulse until everything is finely chopped and evenly mixed together.
  • Use a rubber spatula to transfer the spinach mixture to a bowl. Add the turkey and stir everything together. Transfer the meatloaf mixture to a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan (1 1/2 quarts) and bake until the mixture is cooked through, 1 hour 15 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  • For the tomato salad: Meanwhile, chop the tomatoes and toss with the olive oil, parsley and salt in a medium bowl.
  • Slice the meatloaf and serve it with the tomato salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calorie, Fat 19 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Cholesterol 113 milligrams, Sodium 953 milligrams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 26 grams, Sugar 5 grams

SPINACH STUFFED TURKEY MEATLOAF



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This turkey meatloaf is filled with a spinach-mushroom mixture and topped with shredded mozzarella cheese for a delicious weeknight meal.

Provided by Quaker®

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Quaker® Oats

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup coarsely chopped mushrooms
¼ cup chopped onion
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
½ cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pound 99%-lean ground turkey breast
¾ cup Quaker® Oats (Quick or Old Fashioned, uncooked)
½ cup fat-free milk
1 egg white, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning blend
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly spray medium skillet with cooking spray.
  • Cook mushrooms and onion in skillet over medium-low heat 4 minutes or until onion is tender; remove from heat.
  • Add spinach, 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese; mix well. Set aside.
  • In large bowl, combine turkey, oats, milk, egg white, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper; mix lightly but thoroughly.
  • Spoon 2/3 of turkey mixture lengthwise down center of 11 x 7-inch glass baking dish.
  • Form a deep indentation down middle of turkey; fill indentation with reserved spinach mixture.
  • Top with remaining turkey, forming a loaf.
  • Seal edges to completely enclose spinach filling.
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until thermometer registers 170 degrees F and juices show no pink color.
  • Remove from oven; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese.
  • Return to oven 1 to 2 minutes or until cheese melts.
  • Let stand 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192.2 calories, Carbohydrate 11.3 g, Cholesterol 63.9 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 27.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 397.1 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

TURKEY SPINACH FETA MEATLOAF



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Provided by Family Savvy

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs (32 oz) ground turkey
8-12 oz sliced mushrooms
1/2 cup diced onion
2 eggs
2 tablespoons butter
salt & pepper to taste
1 cup panko crumbs (or homemade)
3/4 cup feta, crumbled
2 TB Worcestershire sauce
1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
1 cup jarred BBQ sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 F.
  • Saute mushrooms and onion in butter; season with salt & pepper. When tender, set aside.
  • Pleace turkey in large bowl.
  • Add sauteed mushrooms and onion.
  • Add panko, beaten egg, Worcestershire.
  • Gently fold turkey with all ingredients until well blended.
  • Spread meat mixture in meatloaf pans.
  • Spread with half of BBQ sauce.
  • Bake meatloaves 40-50- minutes or until 165 F in the center. They must be at least 165 F to be safe to eat.
  • Brush remaining BBQ sauce on meatlaoves; return to oven.
  • Increase heat to broil to quickly brown the meatloaves and firm up the glaze. Watch carefully so meat will not burn.
  • Allow to sit 10 minutes before slicing/serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Carbohydrate 36 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 59 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 8 grams fat, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 12 grams protein, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 582 milligrams sodium, Sugar 18 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams unsaturated fat

TURKEY-SPINACH MEATLOAF



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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 2h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cloves garlic
Extra virgin olive oil
1 pound fresh spinach, well rinsed
1 medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 1/2 pounds ground turkey
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Pinch cayenne

Steps:

  • Place garlic cloves in small saucepan, add enough olive oil to cover them, and place over very low heat. Cook about 40 minutes, until garlic is tender but not browned. Drain garlic, and reserve oil. While garlic cooks, remove and discard stems and heavy leaf ribs from spinach.
  • Place onion in nonstick sauté pan over low heat. Cook until translucent, about 2 minutes. Add spinach leaves and salt, and stir until spinach wilts. Line a small baking sheet with several thicknesses of paper towel, and spread spinach mixture on towel and refrigerate to cool.
  • Heat oven to 375 degrees. In a mixing bowl or bowl of an electric mixer combine turkey, thyme, pepper, cayenne and cooked garlic cloves; mix well.
  • Remove spinach from refrigerator, and chop. Add to mixing bowl, and mix well by hand or on low speed by machine. Form into loaf shape.
  • Heat a heavy skillet, preferably oven-proof. Add a little of the garlic oil and sear loaf top and bottom until lightly browned. Sides can be seared but only if you have a very large spatula to turn loaf easily. Place skillet in oven or transfer loaf to shallow baking dish, then place in oven. Bake about 50 minutes, until a thermometer registers 160 degrees. Remove from oven and serve, or refrigerate and serve cold. Reserve remaining garlic oil for another use.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 338, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 37 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 750 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

TURKEY MEAT LOAF



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I first made this recipe when my husband and I had to start watching our diet. Since then, I've been asked to make my turkey meat loaf many times. -Ruby Rath, New Haven, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup quick-cooking oats
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup shredded carrot
1/2 cup fat-free milk
1/4 cup egg substitute
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds lean ground turkey
TOPPING:
1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup quick-cooking oats

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Combine first 8 ingredients. Add turkey; mix lightly but thoroughly., Transfer to a 9x5-in. loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Mix topping ingredients; spread over loaf. Bake until a thermometer reads 165°, 60-65 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your meatloaf will taste. If possible, use organic or locally sourced ingredients.
  • Don't Overmix: Overmixing the meatloaf mixture can result in a tough, dense loaf. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
  • Bake at the Right Temperature: The temperature and cooking time will vary depending on the size and shape of your meatloaf. Generally, you want to bake it at 350°F for about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  • Don't Forget the Sauce: A good sauce can really make your meatloaf sing. Try making a simple tomato sauce, a tangy barbecue sauce, or a creamy mushroom sauce.

Conclusion:

Turkey spinach meatloaf is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for dinner, lunch, or even breakfast. It's a great way to use up leftover turkey, and it's also a healthy and affordable meal. With so many different ways to make it, you're sure to find a recipe that you'll love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give turkey spinach meatloaf a try. You won't be disappointed!

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