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Juicy Sun-Dried Tomato Turkey Loaf

There’s something so comforting about a homemade meat loaf fresh from the oven — especially when it’s packed with bold, savory flavor. This sun-dried tomato turkey loaf is juicy, tender, and filled with Mediterranean-inspired goodness, turning simple ground turkey into a cozy dinner that feels a little special but couldn’t be easier to make.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 Pounds Ground Turkey
  • 1 Small Yellow Onion
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs- I like Panko, but Regular will work great!
  • 1 Egg beaten
  • 2 TBSP Dijon Mustard
  • 1 cup Parmesan grated
  • 1 cup Parsley chopped
  • 2/3 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes 1-7oz jar works too! Dice.
  • 3/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper

Equipment

  • 1 9x12 Casserole Pan
  • 1 Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F and prepare a 9x12 casserole dish or baking sheet.
  2. Finely dice onion and chop sun-dried peppers.
  3. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Mix gently until just combined.
  4. Shape into an 8-inch long loaf and place in the prepared dish.
  5. Bake 40–50 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. Rest 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

 
  • Do not overmix to keep the loaf tender.
  • Letting the loaf rest helps it hold together and stay juicy.
  • A loaf pan isn’t the best choice for baking a meat loaf. By using a 9x12 casserole pan in metal or ceramic this allows the heat to circulate around the meat, cooking it evenly.