Description
Spinach Garlic Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella are a delightful blend of savory flavors and textures that will elevate your dining experience. These juicy meatballs, filled with nutritious spinach and aromatic garlic, feature a gooey center of melted mozzarella cheese that adds a creamy surprise. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, they can be served over pasta or as finger food, making them versatile for any occasion. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights while still impressing your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet, sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant, then add fresh spinach until wilted. Allow to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine ground meat, sautéed spinach mixture, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Scoop out portions of the mixture, place a piece of mozzarella cheese in the center, and form into balls.
- Bake on the prepared baking sheet for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
Notes
- For added flavor, mix in fresh herbs like parsley or Italian seasoning.
- You can freeze uncooked meatballs for future meals—just bake from frozen when ready.
- Substitute mozzarella with provolone or fontina for different flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg