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Spinach Garlic Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella

Cheesy Spinach Garlic Meatballs That Melt in Your Mouth


  • Author: Emily01
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

Spinach Garlic Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella are juicy, flavorful meatballs packed with fresh spinach, garlic, and gooey mozzarella cheese.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef or a mix of beef and pork
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for cooking

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix ground meat, spinach, garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Take a small portion of meat mixture, flatten it, and place a mozzarella cube in the center.
  3. Shape into a ball, ensuring the cheese is fully enclosed.
  4. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  5. Cook meatballs for 4-5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
  6. Serve hot with your favorite sauce or pasta.

Notes

  • Use fresh spinach for best flavor.
  • Let meatballs rest a few minutes before serving to retain juices.
  • For crispier meatballs, bake at 375°F for 20 minutes instead of pan-frying.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 3 meatballs
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: spinach garlic meatballs, stuffed meatballs, mozzarella meatballs, Italian meatballs