Whole30 turkey meatloaf with tomato glaze

An American chicken dish built on whole ingredients.

Servings: 4
Active time: 25 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min

Organic sourcing

Bell peppers and apples are on the Dirty Dozen list, so sourcing these organic is recommended. Carrots have lower pesticide residue, making organic less crucial.

Ingredients

• 500 g ground turkey
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
• 1 carrot, grated
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp almond flour
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (check Whole30 compliance)
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup tomato paste
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp unsweetened apple juice
• 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add the onion, garlic, red bell pepper, and carrot, sauté until soft.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine the sautéed vegetables with ground turkey.
5. Add egg, almond flour, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper.
6. Mix until well combined, then shape into a loaf on a lined baking sheet.
7. In a small bowl, combine tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, and apple juice.
8. Spread the tomato glaze evenly over the meatloaf.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes or until cooked through.
10. Allow to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

• For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the glaze.
• Pair with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Source

Paraphrased from the culinary canon by Organic.is editors, 2026. Classic American recipe. If you'd like a specific source for further reading, ask Tinni (bottom-right) for a book recommendation.