Spinach Garlic Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella
Experience the delightful fusion of flavors with these Spinach Garlic Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella. Juicy ground beef combines harmoniously with fresh spinach and gooey mozzarella, creating a dish that’s both nutritious and satisfying. Perfect for any occasion, whether served over pasta, nestled in a sandwich, or enjoyed as appetizers at your next gathering, these meatballs are sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 2 cups fresh spinach (sautéed and chopped)
- 8 oz low-moisture mozzarella (cubed)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant. Add spinach and cook until wilted. Cool, squeeze out excess moisture, and chop.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, pepper, egg, and chopped spinach. Mix gently.
- Form the mixture into balls around a cube of mozzarella.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear meatballs until golden brown on all sides.
- Finish cooking by covering the skillet for 5–7 minutes or transferring to an oven preheated to 375°F for 10–12 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball (approximately 60g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg