Turkey Meatloaf with Mashed Sweet Potatoes
This is a lighter spin on classic meatloaf, using ground turkey instead of beef and mashed sweet potatoes instead of the usual white mashed potatoes. It's a good option whenever I want something that feels like a real dinner without being too heavy.
Turkey needs a bit more help than beef to stay moist, which is why the breadcrumbs and egg matter here more than they would in a beef meatloaf. A ketchup glaze on top adds just enough sweetness to keep it from tasting plain.
Sweet potatoes mash up naturally sweet, which pairs well against the savory meatloaf without needing extra sugar or butter. Green beans round out the plate with something green and a little crisp.
The recipe card has the full ingredient list and bake time for all ten portions. Let the meatloaf cool before slicing and dividing everything into containers, then refrigerate what you'll eat within four days and freeze the rest. This turkey meatloaf is one of the more classic comfort meals in my rotation.
Nutrition note: This is general food information, not individualized medical or nutrition advice.
Turkey Meatloaf with Mashed Sweet Potatoes
YIELD
10 portions
ESTIMATED NUTRITION
530 calories • 52g protein • 38g carbs • 18g fat per portion
What I really like about this recipe is how well the sweet potato mash balances out the savory turkey meatloaf.
Ingredients
• 5 lb ground turkey
• 2 1/2 eggs
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 7 1/2 cups sweet potato, cubed
• 7 1/2 cups green beans
• 2/3 cup ketchup
• 2 1/2 tsp garlic powder and onion powder
• salt and pepper
Directions
1. Mix ground turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, seasoning, and half the ketchup; press into a loaf pan and top with remaining ketchup.
2. Bake at 375°F for 45–50 minutes, until cooked through.
3. Boil the sweet potatoes until fork-tender, then mash. Steam the green beans.
4. Let the food cool briefly, then divide it evenly among 10 airtight meal-prep containers.
Meal-prep notes: Refrigerate promptly and use refrigerated portions within 3–4 days; freeze any portions you will not eat in that window. Reheat hot meals until steaming and 165°F internally. Nutrition is estimated per portion.
