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Delicious spinach garlic meatballs served with marinara sauce

Spinach Garlic Meatballs

Juicy meatballs infused with garlic and spinach, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 meatballs
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatball Base
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or Turkey can substitute with lean turkey
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach sautéed to enhance flavor
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 small Onion optional, finely chopped
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs can use oats or almond flour
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 8 oz Low-Moisture Mozzarella Cubes use chilled to avoid leaks
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes for heat
  • 1 tbsp Chopped Parsley for freshness

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a skillet, sauté the chopped spinach and minced garlic over medium heat until the spinach wilts. Set aside to cool.
  3. In a large bowl, combine ground meat, sautéed spinach, chopped onion (if using), egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  4. Mix everything together until well combined.
  5. Form mixture into small meatballs, about the size of a golf ball.
  6. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Insert a cube of mozzarella into the center of each meatball and mold the meat around it.
Cooking
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and browned.
Serving
  1. Serve hot with your favorite sauce or side.

Notes

Store cooked meatballs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer-safe container. They can last up to 3 months. Garnish with parsley for a beautiful finish.