Spinach Garlic Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Spinach Garlic Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella, a mouthwatering dish that combines juicy ground beef with fresh spinach and aromatic garlic. Each meatball is generously filled with gooey mozzarella cheese, ensuring every bite is a cheesy surprise. Perfect for serving over pasta, as hearty appetizers, or in a delicious sandwich, these meatballs are not only packed with flavor but also easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings (12 meatballs) 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying/Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 2 cups fresh spinach, sautéed and chopped
- 8 oz low-moisture mozzarella cheese, cubed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for searing
Instructions
- Sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant. Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted. Cool slightly, squeeze out moisture, and chop finely.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, pepper, egg, and prepared spinach. Mix gently until just combined.
- Flatten a portion of the meat mixture in your palm; place a cube of mozzarella in the center and seal around it to form a ball. Repeat with remaining mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the meatballs for about 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Optionally finish cooking by covering the skillet on low heat for 5–7 minutes or transferring to a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg