Spinach Garlic Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella
If you’re searching for a satisfying and flavorful dish, look no further than these Spinach Garlic Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella! Bursting with the goodness of fresh spinach and the creamy surprise of melted mozzarella, these meatballs are comfort food at its finest. They are easy to prepare, making them perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings with friends. Serve them over pasta, as appetizers, or tucked into a sandwich for a delightful lunch. Once you take a bite, you’ll find it hard to resist making them repeatedly!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 meatballs (6 servings) 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing/Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 2 cups fresh spinach (sautéed and chopped)
- 8 oz low-moisture mozzarella (cut into cubes)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil (for searing)
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant. Add spinach and cook until wilted; cool slightly, squeeze out excess moisture, and chop.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, pepper, egg, and spinach. Mix gently until just combined.
- Form meatballs by flattening a portion of the mixture in your palm, placing a cube of mozzarella in the center, and sealing it tightly.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear meatballs until golden brown on all sides.
- Cook through by covering the skillet on low heat for 5–7 minutes or transferring to an oven preheated to 375°F for about 10–12 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg