Last week I had the opportunity to spend some time on a turkey farm in northwest Iowa then later that afternoon the farmer invited me over for a turkey feast with his family. Among the dishes we devoured was Easy Salsa Turkey Meatloaf, and it. Was. Divine.
The meatloaf was the first thing I smelled after walking into their kitchen prompting me to immediately ask for the recipe. I was pumped to learn it couldn’t be easier to make so I gave it an IGE spin and came up with Mini Salsa Turkey Meatloaves for your chowing pleasure!
99% fat-free ground turkey breast is mixed with salsa, cheddar cheese, an egg, garlic, and spices then shaped into mini loaves and baked. We’re talking 30 minutes from fridge to table, and everybody gets their own little loaf. Too sweet!
You would never guess these mini meatloaves were made with lean ground turkey. They are so juicy from the salsa, which not only keeps them from drying out in the oven, but also gives the dish a ton of flavor. You will totally dig these!
Start the Mini Salsa Turkey Meatloaves with 1lb 99% fat-free ground turkey breast.
Next add 1 cup heaping gluten-free Rice Chex processed into 1/2 cup crumbs OR 1/2 cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs if you don’t need the dish to be gluten-free, plus 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese. I loved how the cheddar cheese formed little cheddar pockets all throughout the meatloaves and also created a crispy, savory crust on the bottom. So yum.
Next add 1/2 cup of your favorite gluten-free salsa plus 3 cloves minced garlic, 1 whisked egg, salt, and pepper.
Mix with your hands until just combined then divide the turkey mixture into 4 sections, shape into mini loaves, and then place onto a nonstick sprayed baking sheet.
Bake the mini meatloaves for 20-24 minutes at 425 degrees then serve, slice, and enjoy!
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Mini Salsa Turkey Meatloaves
Description
Mini Salsa Turkey Meatloaves are a healthy and flavor-packed 30 minute meal.
Ingredients
- 1lb 99% fat-free ground turkey breast
- 1/2 cup gluten-free salsa
- 1 heaping cup Rice Chex processed into 1/2 cup crumbs OR 1/2 cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs (dish will not be GF if using traditional bread crumbs)
- 1/2 cup (2oz) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- salt and pepper
Directions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Spray a baking sheet with non-stick spray then set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, salsa, bread crumbs, cheddar cheese, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Divide mixture into 4 equal-sized portions then form into loaves and place on prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20-24 minutes, or until no longer pink in the center, then let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
This recipe is courtesy of Iowa Girl Eats, http://iowagirleats.com.
I served my Mini Salsa Turkey Meatloaves with a side of Mexican Rice >. This side, using long grain jasmine rice, chicken or veggie broth, and the same salsa I used in the turkey meatloaves is really easy too, and so dang good. I am such a sucker for the rice from my favorite Mexican restaurant, and this recipe is the closest I’ve found to replicating it.
I work at Ag Leader (which is brand of monitor in the picture behind you) – did you produce some nice straight rows via the planter? Courtesy of us, a nice local Ames company ;)
I sure hope so! Auto-steering helped…! :)
The highlight of my summer has been taking the kids to Adventureland. I love how they mix little kid rides in with the bigger stuff instead of just having a kiddie area. No one gets bored!
I wonder what the flavor of the day is today. I’m going to have to swing by and find out now!
It’s 9am and you have my mouth watering for some chips and salsa AND that Culver’s ice cream. I had no idea they made those cookie dough balls…going to have to check it out sometime :)
What a great idea, I love turkey and salsa, why not combine them? Take care and hope you have an awesome birth!!
The highlight of my summer so far has been Oshkosh Irish Fest. I was very excited to meet and take pictures with Gaelic Storm!
I don’t usually like meatloaf, but I loooove salsa, so this recipe looks great.
The highlight of my summer would have to be attending my little brother’s high school graduation :) Lovin the picture of you in the tractor and I’m excited to read about your adventures in NW Iowa since that is where I’m from!
That cookie dough Sundae looks incredible :)
This is great!! Can’t wait to try this and love your recipes that have ingredients I already have!
Love the Seinfeld reference, ha, classic!
Looks incredible!
They look yummy! I will be trying these and making them gluten free! Thanks!
People like to say the word salsa Bahaha! Love Seinfeld – it’s still funny.
The highlight of my summer thus far was definitely this past weekend. Nearly my entire extended family on my mom’s side (21 of us, ages 3-63) spent a long weekend together at my aunt and uncle’s cabin wayyyy up north. We had so much fun boating, fishing, playing games, drinking, eating, and just hanging together. It was good ol’ fashioned family fun and I’m pretty confident that by the end of the summer, it will still be the highlight of my favorite season.
These meatloaves look divine and would have been perfect for our little family getaway…looks like a great reason to do it again soon! :)
Mmm I love meatloaf! I’m sure the little spin you put on these is delicious.
Yum!
My dad is a farmer, and I can remember that one of my favorite things growing up was to spend time with him in the tractor and combine. Planting and harvesting is especially fun when you get to drive!
Yum! I tried Sabra Guacamole for the first time recently and l-o-v-e-d it! I trust them for any dip…and I love the idea of salsa in meatloaf. Nice way to make turkey more flavorful!
These look so delicious, Kristin! Thanks for sharing.
The highlight of my summer so far has been exploring all of the great hiking and wine tasting there is to do in my new Northern Cali home!
These loafs are too cute and sound tasty. They are getting my wheels spinning to create something similar in a vegetarian version!
Highlight of my summer so far was last Tuesday when I gave birth to my beautiful baby girl Ella. Just catching up on your blog now and that meal looks delicious! Pinning it and will try it soon now that I can eat without indigestion.
Oh my gosh, congratulations, Stacy! What a beautiful name, too! Enjoy getting to know your new baby girl!
Thanks! Your little one will be here quicker than you realize. Enjoy it!