Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground meat, chopped spinach, minced garlic, Parmesan, egg, bread crumbs, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.
- Take a small portion of the mixture, flatten it slightly in your hand, place a small cube or spoonful of mozzarella in the center, then mold the meat around the cheese to form a round meatball. Repeat with remaining mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes. Alternatively, bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, covered with marinara or sauce for extra flavor.
- Freeze uncooked or cooked meatballs for up to 3 months. Reheat in oven or microwave before serving.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for beef for a leaner option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Western
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs
- Calories: 320 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
