Eggless Gluten Free Turkey Meatloaf with Cranberry Glaze

Total time1 hr 35 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time1 hr 5 min

Eggless Gluten Free Turkey Meatloaf with Cranberry Glaze

This hearty loaf gets its savory depth from ground turkey mixed with softened onion, garlic, and a hit of smoky paprika and thyme, all bound together with gluten free breadcrumbs and a touch of Dijon and tamari for extra flavor. It bakes up firm and juicy, then gets brushed twice with a glossy cranberry glaze made from whole berry cranberry sauce, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and warm ginger — sweet, tangy, and slightly sticky on top of the seasoned meat underneath. A rest before slicing keeps every piece neat and moist, and a scatter of fresh parsley brightens the plate right before serving. It's the kind of comforting, cool-weather dinner that still feels special enough for a holiday table. This one is a solid pick for an egg free menu, delivering all the classic meatloaf comfort without any compromise on flavor or texture.

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Ingredients

6 servings

For the meatloaf

1 tbsp olive oil
Filippo Berio Olive Oil 25.3 fl oz Filippo Berio Olive Oil 50.7 fl oz Bertolli Cooking Olive Oil 50.72 oz Pompeian Olive Oil Classic Mediterranean - 16 Fl. Oz.Vigo® 100% Pure Olive Oil
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1 small yellow onion, finely diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 lbs ground turkey
½ cup gluten free breadcrumbs
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
Chef's tip
For each egg, mix 1 tbsp ground flaxseed with 3 tbsp water and let it sit until it thickens. It holds ingredients together but won't make things rise - best in pancakes, muffins, and cookies.
3 tbsp milk
1 tbsp tamari
1 tsp dijon mustard
1 tsp dried thyme
½ tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper

For the cranberry glaze

1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
2 tbsp pure maple syrup
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
½ tsp ground ginger

For serving

1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
2
Heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.

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