Spinach Garlic Meatballs
These Spinach Garlic Meatballs are a warm and comforting dish filled with flavor and cheesy goodness. Perfect for dinner and easy to eat with your hands!
Ingredients
Meatball Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Beef or Turkey (lean turkey works great if you want to feel virtuous) Use lean ground turkey for a lighter option.
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach (sautéed to enhance flavor, then squeezed dry) Remove excess moisture for better texture.
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced, yes all of them) Garlic adds great flavor.
- 1 small Onion (optional, finely chopped) Adds sweetness; optional based on preference.
- 1 large Egg Binds the ingredients together.
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs (can use oats or almond flour) Texture changes depending on choice.
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Adds a savory depth.
- 8 oz Low-Moisture Mozzarella Cubes Use chilled to avoid leaks during cooking.
- 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning Enhances flavor.
- to taste Salt Adjust according to preference.
- to taste Pepper Adjust according to preference.
- 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Optional for added heat.
- 1 tbsp Chopped Parsley For freshness and presentation.
Instructions
Preparation
- Sauté spinach with a pinch of salt until wilted; squeeze and chop. Get the water out so your meatballs aren’t sad.
- In a bowl, combine ground beef/turkey, garlic, onion (if using), egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
- Fold in the chopped spinach and chill the mixture for 20 minutes.
- Form golf-ball-sized balls, pressing a chilled mozzarella cube into the center of each and sealing well.
Cooking
- Brown on all sides in a skillet with a splash of oil or bake at 375°F for about 18–22 minutes, until cooked through.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
These meatballs can be served with marinara, olive oil, or honey wheat bread. Chilled mozzarella helps prevent leaks and messes. Can freeze raw or cooked.