Description
Spinach Garlic Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella are a flavor-packed delight that takes traditional meatballs to a new level. These tender morsels are filled with gooey mozzarella cheese, surrounded by a hearty blend of fresh spinach and aromatic garlic. Perfect for family dinners, festive gatherings, or even as game day snacks, these meatballs are versatile and easy to prepare. Serve them over pasta with marinara sauce, in toasted hoagie rolls, or as a topping on homemade pizza for a satisfying meal that will impress everyone at the table. Enjoy the comforting taste and delightful texture of these cheesy bites that are sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- Ground Beef
- Fresh Spinach
- Garlic Cloves
- Breadcrumbs
- Mozzarella Cheese
- Eggs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté minced garlic in olive oil until golden; add chopped spinach and cook until wilted.
- In a bowl, combine ground beef, sautéed spinach and garlic, breadcrumbs, eggs, salt, and pepper.
- Form meatballs by flattening portions in your palm, placing shredded mozzarella in the center, and rolling into balls.
- Arrange on a lined baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until reaching an internal temperature of 160°F (70°C).
- Serve warm with marinara sauce or as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Ensure to squeeze out excess moisture from cooked spinach to prevent soggy meatballs. You can substitute spinach with kale or Swiss chard for different flavor profiles.