Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1.25 pound

lean ground turkey

0.5 pound

10% fat ground beef

2 unit

egg whites

0.66 cup

dry breadcrumbs

1 tbsp

white wine vinegar

3 clove

garlic

minced

0.25 cup

scallions

chopped

0.25 tsp

kosher salt

0.25 tsp

freshly ground pepper

0.5 tsp

ground cumin

1 tsp

paprika

0.5 tsp

dried oregano

1 cup

shredded zucchini

shredded

1 cup

salsa

Step 1
~8 min

Combine ground turkey, ground beef, egg whites, breadcrumbs, white wine vinegar, minced garlic, chopped scallions, kosher salt, pepper, cumin, paprika, oregano, and shredded zucchini in a large bowl.

Step 2
~8 min

Using your hands, mix the ingredients thoroughly until evenly combined.

Step 3
~8 min

Divide the mixture into two equal portions.

Step 4
~8 min

Place each portion into an 8 x 4-inch loaf pan.

Step 5
~8 min

At this point, meatloaves can be refrigerated for up to 1 day.

Step 6
~8 min

Preheat oven to 350F (175C).

Step 7
~8 min

Top each meatloaf with salsa.

Step 8
~8 min

Bake for 50 minutes to 1 hour, or until cooked through.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add chopped bell peppers for more flavor and texture.

Use different types of salsa for varying spice levels.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled 1 day in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with Mexican rice and beans.

Add a side salad for a complete meal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican Rice
Refried Beans
Guacamole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Variations of meatloaf are popular in many cultures, and this version incorporates Mexican flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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