500 g lean beef mince (or chicken/turkey mince)

1 medium zucchini, finely grated (squeeze out excess liquid)

1 medium carrot, finely grated

½ cup canned lentils, rinsed and drained

1 small onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, crushed

2 eggs

¼ cup almond meal

1 tablespoon tomato paste (no added sugar)

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce or reduced-salt soy sauce

1 teaspoon mixed, dried herbs

Black pepper to taste

2 tablespoons tomato paste, reduced salt (optional)

To serve:

Mixed steamed vegetables (1/2 cup cooked per person)