Protein-Packed Four-Ingredient Healthy Meatloaf
This simple, four-ingredient meatloaf is packed with protein and perfect for a healthy weeknight meal. It's quick to prepare and can be customized with your favorite seasoning blend.
Equipment
- oven
- loaf pan
- mixing bowl
- parchment paper (optional)
- meat thermometer
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground meat (93/7 ground turkey or 90/10+ extra-lean ground beef)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 2 tbsp seasoning blend (all-purpose, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, or poultry seasoning)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, gently combine the ground meat, eggs, rolled oats, and seasoning blend with your hands, being careful not to overmix.
- Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan or shape it into an oblong loaf on the baking sheet, pressing lightly for even cooking.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) with a meat thermometer.
- Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add finely diced onions or bell peppers to the mixture. This meatloaf also reheats well for meal prep.