Amazing Moist Cranberry Walnut Turkey Meatloaf
Make a moist and flavorful turkey meatloaf packed with tart cranberries and crunchy walnuts. This recipe brings together great tastes for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs ground turkey
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup ketchup (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a loaf pan.
- In a small bowl, soak the breadcrumbs in the milk for five minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the soaked breadcrumbs mixture, ground turkey, cranberries, walnuts, onion, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Press the mixture evenly into the prepared loaf pan.
- Spread the ketchup evenly over the top of the meatloaf mixture.
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the meatloaf rest in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, toast the walnuts lightly before adding them to the mix.
- If you prefer a glaze instead of plain ketchup, mix the ketchup with 1 tablespoon of brown sugar and 1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar.
- Allow the meatloaf to cool slightly; this helps it hold its shape when you slice it.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
