Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
- 1/2 cup corn (optional)
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet or small baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix turkey, cook quinoa, vegetables, egg, parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Form into a loaf or patties and place on the sheet. Drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake 25-30 minutes until cooked through and lightly browned. Spoon marinara sauce over the top and bake 5 more minutes.
- Let rest 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with extra veggies on the side.
Notes
- Healthier swap: use lean chicken or turkey and whole-grain quinoa.
- For spice, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Make-ahead: assemble loaf a day ahead and bake before dinner.
- Kids can help with mixing and garnish with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 40 mins
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Balanced, Kid-friendly
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
