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Spinach Garlic Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella

Spinach Garlic Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella

Juicy meatballs packed with spinach and garlic, stuffed with melty mozzarella—an irresistible cheesy bite in every mouthful!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 cup cooked spinach excess moisture squeezed out
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 egg
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 8–10 pieces mozzarella cubes small size
  • olive oil for baking or frying
  • fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet or Skillet
  • Oven or Stove

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine ground meat, spinach, garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  2. Step 2: Scoop a portion of meat mixture, place a mozzarella cube in the center, and form into a ball around it. Repeat until all meatballs are formed.
  3. Step 3: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18–20 minutes or pan-fry in olive oil until browned and cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot, with marinara sauce or on their own.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 22gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2.2mg

Notes

For extra flavor, add Italian seasoning or a pinch of chili flakes to the meat mixture. These meatballs pair perfectly with pasta or as party appetizers!

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