Spinach Garlic Mozzarella Meatballs
Delicious Spinach Garlic Mozzarella Meatballs are tender and flavorful, perfect for a comforting meal.
Equipment
- Skillet
- large bowl
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
Ingredients
Meatball Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or mix beef and pork for richer flavor
- 1 cup fresh spinach finely chopped
- 3-4 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup fine breadcrumbs
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 8 oz mozzarella cheese cut into small cubes
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil for cooking
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- In a large bowl, gently combine the ground beef, chopped spinach, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until just blended. Avoid overmixing so meatballs stay tender.
- Take about 1–2 tablespoons of the meat mixture and flatten it slightly in your hand. Place a cube of mozzarella in the center, then wrap the meat around the cheese, sealing it completely.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in a single layer without crowding and cook about 4–5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
- Remove from the skillet and serve hot with your favorite marinara sauce, over pasta, or with garlic bread and fresh basil.
Nutrition
Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg
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