Hidden Veggies Meatloaf Recipe

Name: Hidden Veggies Meatloaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 1 cup Zucchini, Grated; 1/2 cups Red Bell Pepper, Finely Diced; 1/2 cups Yellow Bell Pepper, Finely Diced; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1- 1/2 pound Ground Turkey; 1 whole Egg; 1 cup Panko Bread Crumbs; 1/2 cups Grated Parmesan Cheese; 1 cup Ketchup, Divided Use; 1/4 cups Balsamic Vinegar; 2 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar; Salt And Pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1 cup Zucchini, Grated
1/2 cups Red Bell Pepper, Finely Diced
1/2 cups Yellow Bell Pepper, Finely Diced
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
1- 1/2 pound Ground Turkey
1 whole Egg
1 cup Panko Bread Crumbs
1/2 cups Grated Parmesan Cheese
1 cup Ketchup, Divided Use
1/4 cups Balsamic Vinegar
2 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
Salt And Pepper, to taste

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1) Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium high heat.
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Add zucchini, bell peppers and garlic.
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Season with coarse salt and pepper and cook until vegetables are just tender, about 5 minutes.
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Set aside to cool.
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2) In a large bowl combine turkey, egg, bread crumbs, cheese, 3/4 of the ketchup, 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper.
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Mix in cooled veggies until just combined.
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3) Press mixture into a loaf pan that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
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Whisk remaining 1/4 cup ketchup and 2 Tablespoons of balsamic vinegar in a small bowl.
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Brush glaze over entire loaf.
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4) Bake for 1 to 1 1/4 hours.
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Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

383

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, 1 cup Zucchini, Grated, 1/2 cups Red Bell Pepper, Finely Diced, 1/2 cups Yellow Bell Pepper, Finely Diced, and more.

Yes, Hidden Veggies Meatloaf falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Hidden Veggies Meatloaf

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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