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Spinach Garlic Meatballs

These flavorful meatballs are packed with spinach, garlic, and mozzarella, making them a delightful upgrade to your classic comfort food.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 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
Seasoning
  • 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 the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Sauté the spinach and minced garlic in a pan until fragrant and wilted, then let cool.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef or turkey, sautéed spinach and garlic, onion, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix until well combined.
  4. Form the mixture into meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Tuck a mozzarella cube inside each meatball.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through and golden brown.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

These meatballs are versatile; they can be served with spaghetti, in a sub, or eaten straight from the baking sheet. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.