High-Protein Turkey Meatloaf Meal Prep with Garlic Herb Red Mashed Potatoes and Roasted Rainbow Vegetables
Cook time: 60 minutes
A complete high-protein meal prep featuring turkey meatloaf boosted with cottage cheese, creamy Greek yogurt mashed red potatoes, and colorful Parmesan-roasted vegetables. Perfect for weekly meal prep with approximately 42-45g protein per serving.
NOTES: The cottage cheese in the meatloaf adds moisture and extra protein without affecting flavor. Don't skip letting the meatloaf rest before slicing - it helps it hold together better. Freezes well for up to 3 months.
Ingredients
Turkey Meatloaf:
- 2 lbs ground turkey (93/7 lean)
- 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat)
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Meatloaf Glaze:
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Garlic Herb Red Mashed Potatoes:
- 3 lbs red potatoes, cut into chunks (leave skin on)
- 6 cloves garlic, peeled
- 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup milk (or as needed)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Roasted Rainbow Vegetables:
- 2 bell peppers (different colors), cut into chunks
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 red onion, cut into wedges
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Turkey Meatloaf:
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix cottage cheese, eggs, oats, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Add ground turkey and gently mix until just combined. Don’t overmix or meatloaf will be tough.
- Shape mixture into a loaf on the prepared baking sheet (approximately 9x5 inches).
- In a small bowl, whisk together tomato paste, honey, apple cider vinegar, and garlic powder for the glaze.
- Brush half of the glaze over the top and sides of the meatloaf.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Brush with remaining glaze and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing into 7 portions.
Garlic Herb Red Mashed Potatoes:
- Place potato chunks and whole garlic cloves in a large pot and cover with cold salted water.
- Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Drain well and return to the pot. Let steam dry for 1 minute.
- Add Greek yogurt, butter, and milk. Mash to your desired consistency (add more milk if needed).
- Stir in fresh parsley, chives, salt, and pepper to taste.
Roasted Rainbow Vegetables:
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss bell peppers, zucchini, broccoli, and red onion with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread vegetables in a single layer on the baking sheets (don’t overcrowd).
- Roast for 20 minutes, then add cherry tomatoes, toss everything, and roast for another 10-15 minutes until vegetables are caramelized and tender.
- Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with Parmesan cheese while hot.
Meal Prep Assembly:
- Allow all components to cool to room temperature.
- Divide into 7 meal prep containers: 1 slice meatloaf, approximately 3/4 cup mashed potatoes, and 1 cup roasted vegetables per container.
- Store in refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheat in microwave for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Macros
Whole Dish
| Field | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3290 |
| Protein | 305g |
| Fat | 105g |
| Carbs | 280g |
| Fiber | 42g |
| Sugar | 35g |
| Volume | 5250g |
Per Serving
470 calories, 44g protein, 15g fat, 40g carbs, 6g fiber, 5g sugar