Mini Turkey Meatloaves Wrapped in Collard Greens
Delight your taste buds with these Mini Turkey Meatloaves Wrapped in Collard Greens – a healthy, flavor-packed twist on a classic comfort food. Made with lean ground turkey, aromatic spices like Italian seasoning and smoked paprika, and tender collard green leaves as a wholesome wrapper, these individual meatloaves are as nutritious as they are delicious. The collard greens are blanched to perfection, creating a vibrant, earthy shell that locks in moisture and flavor. Whether you serve them alongside roasted vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, or a crisp green salad, these mini meatloaves are perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. With just 20 minutes of prep and 30 minutes in the oven, they’re a quick and satisfying family favorite that’s gluten-free adaptable, low-carb-friendly, and bursting with savory goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground turkey
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup, finely diced Onion
- 2 minced Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.75 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 8 large Collard green leaves
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully blanch the collard green leaves by submerging them in the boiling water for 30 seconds to 1 minute until they become pliable. Immediately transfer the leaves to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Pat dry and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and tomato paste. Mix gently until evenly combined, being careful not to overmix.
Divide the turkey mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a small loaf, about 2-3 inches long.
Place one blanched collard green leaf flat on a work surface. Place a turkey loaf in the center of the leaf, fold the sides over the loaf, and then roll from the bottom to completely enclose the meatloaf, like a parcel. Repeat with the remaining leaves and turkey mixture.
Arrange the wrapped meatloaves seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly brush the tops with olive oil to prevent drying during baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaves reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove from the oven and let the meatloaves rest for a few minutes before serving. Pair with a side of roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1247 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.0 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.3 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 542 mg | 180% | |
| Sodium | 3113 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.9 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.5 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.2 g | ||
| Protein | 110.4 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 678 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 1155 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
