Description
A savory, keto-approved meatloaf made with a lean blend of ground chicken and turkey, roasted garlic mushrooms for umami depth, and topped with zucchini for a fresh, low-carb finish. This recipe delivers 12g net carbs per serving using almond flour and egg whites as moisture-retaining binders.
Ingredients
Ground chicken 1 lb (450g)
Ground turkey 1 lb (450g)
3 cloves garlic
White mushrooms 1 cup (150g)
Zucchini 1 medium (150g)
Almond flour 1/2 cup
Large egg whites 2
Olive oil 2 tbsp (for sautéing)
Keto seasoning blend 1 tbsp
Salt/pepper to taste
Garlic glaze: 1 tbsp minced garlic, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp herbs (rosemary/thyme)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
In skillet, cook mushrooms in 1 tbsp olive oil until golden (8-10 minutes)
Set aside 2 tbsp cooked mushrooms for glaze; add remaining mushrooms and garlic to meat mixture
In a bowl, mix chicken, turkey, reserved mushrooms, almond flour, egg whites, seasoning, 1 tbsp olive oil, and remaining garlic
Spoon mixture into a loaf pan and shape evenly
Top with zucchini slices; gently press into the meatloaf
Brush garlic glaze (reserved mushrooms, 1 tbsp oil, herbs) over the zucchini and meat mixture
Bake for 75 minutes, basting every 20 minutes with remaining glaze
Check internal temperature: 165°F (74°C) at the center
Let rest 10 minutes before slicing into 6 portions
Notes
Mix by hand for even moisture distribution
Use fresh herbs if possible; substitute oregano or dill if preferred
Zucchini alternatives: cauliflower slices or thinly sliced eggplant
Meat thermometer ensures perfect doneness without overcooking
For halal variation: substitute ground beef or lamb for chicken/turkey (ensure meat is halal certified)
Mismarking almond flour causes dry meatloaf; level measurements carefully
If zucchini browns too quickly, cover with foil during last 15-20 minutes of baking
Replace zucchini with toasted coconut flakes for a tropical twist
Resting period is essential for moist slices
- Prep Time: 25
- Cook Time: 75
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Modern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg