Best Healthy Makeover Meatloaf Recipes

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HEALTHY MAKEOVER MEATLOAF



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In the kingdom of comfort food, meatloaf is royalty. Rich in carbs and fat, it fills you up and makes you feel good -- that is, until your waistband becomes too tight. To get the comfort without the calories, try this version.

Categories     dinner     meatloaf     lowfat     healthy     turkey     low fat     ground     easy     light

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tbsp. olive oil
2 stalk celery
1 small onion
1 clove garlic
2 lb. lean ground turkey
3/4 c. fresh whole wheat bread crumbs
c. fat-free milk
1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
2 large egg whites
1/2 c. ketchup
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper
1 tbsp. Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, in oil, cook celery and onion on medium 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Add garlic and cook 1 minute. Transfer vegetables to large bowl; cool slightly.
  • To bowl with vegetables, add turkey, bread crumbs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, egg whites, 1/4 cup ketchup, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper; mix with hands until well combined but not overmixed. In cup, mix Dijon and remaining 1/4 cup ketchup.
  • In 13" by 9" metal baking pan, shape meat mixture into 9" by 5" loaf. Spread ketchup mixture over top of loaf.
  • Bake meatloaf 55 to 60 minutes or until meat thermometer inserted in center reaches 160 degrees F. (Temperature will rise to 165 degrees F upon standing.)
  • Let meatloaf stand 10 minutes before removing from pan to set juices for easier slicing. Transfer meatloaf to platter and cut into slices to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories

HEALTHIER EASY MEATLOAF



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This no-fail recipe for meatloaf doesn't take long to make and is healthier with lean ground beef, low-fat milk, whole wheat bread crumbs, some fresh parsley, and carrot.

Provided by MakeItHealthy

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
1 egg
1 onion, chopped
1 cup low-fat (1%) milk
1 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 large carrot, grated
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
⅓ cup ketchup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  • Combine beef, egg, onion, milk, bread crumbs, parsley, and carrot in a large bowl. Season with salt and black pepper. Place beef mixture in loaf pan.
  • Stir together brown sugar, mustard, and ketchup in a small bowl. Pour over meatloaf.
  • Bake in preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Cholesterol 82.8 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 21.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 284.8 mg, Sugar 9.8 g

HEALTHIER BROWN SUGAR MEATLOAF



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This is an easy tasty meatloaf made healthier with less sugar, low-fat milk, added parsley and whole wheat bread crumbs. Enjoy!

Provided by MakeItHealthy

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
½ cup ketchup
1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
¾ cup low-fat (1%) milk
2 eggs
1 ½ teaspoons salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 small onion, chopped
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
¾ cup whole wheat bread crumbs
¼ cup chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  • Press brown sugar in the bottom of prepared loaf pan and spread ketchup over sugar.
  • Mix ground beef, milk, eggs, salt, ground pepper, onion, ginger, bread crumbs, and parsley thoroughly in a mixing bowl. Shape into a loaf and place on top of ketchup.
  • Bake in preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.1 calories, Carbohydrate 16.3 g, Cholesterol 105.7 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 21.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 735.1 mg, Sugar 10 g

HEALTHY MEATLOAF



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Welcome your family in from the cold with this moist and delicious meat loaf with wonderful southwestern taco flavor. This is down-home comfort food at its healthy best! -Mary Relyea, Canastota, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large onion, chopped
1 large sweet red pepper, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup dry bread crumbs
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles, divided
1/3 cup plain yogurt
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, saute the onion, red pepper and garlic in oil until tender. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in the bread crumbs, chili powder, salt, oregano, cumin, pepper, 2/3 cup diced tomatoes with green chilies, yogurt and egg. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well., Shape into a loaf and place in an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Spoon the remaining diced tomatoes over top. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°. Drain if necessary; let stand for 15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 672mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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