Japanese • High protein
Turkey and herb meatballs — Japanese — easy on busy nights
A simple, nourishing meal built from everyday ingredients, clear moves, and options that fit real life.
18 minPrep
20 minCook
38 minTotal
4Serves
Serves 4
Ingredients
- 600 g lean ground turkey
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup whole-wheat breadcrumbs
- 3 cups leafy greens
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 tbsp reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- Fine salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs or lemon wedges, to serve
- Optional brand pick: Kikkoman Less Sodium Soy Sauce (or any reduced-sodium soy sauce)
5 steps
Method
- Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly oil the baking dish or pan.
- Prepare the main ingredients as listed and combine them in a large bowl.
- Fold in the seasonings — 2 tbsp reduced-sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp grated ginger — without overworking the mixture.
- Portion into the dish and bake for about 20 minutes, until the centre is set.
- Rest for 5 minutes before serving, then adjust the seasoning to taste.