Turkey and herb meatballs — Caribbean — made for useful leftovers

Serves 4

Ingredients

• 600 g lean ground turkey
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup whole-wheat breadcrumbs
• 3 cups leafy greens
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp ground allspice
• Fine salt and black pepper, to taste
• Fresh herbs or baby greens, to serve
• Fresh herbs or lemon wedges, to serve

5 steps

Method

1. Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly oil the baking dish or pan.
2. Prepare the main ingredients as listed and combine them in a large bowl.
3. Fold in the seasonings — 1 lime, juiced, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp ground allspice — without overworking the mixture.
4. Portion into the dish and bake for about 15 minutes, until the centre is set.
5. Rest for 5 minutes before serving, then adjust the seasoning to taste.