Spinach Garlic Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella
Discover the irresistible goodness of Spinach Garlic Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella, a dish that combines juicy ground beef, aromatic garlic, and fresh spinach enveloping a melty mozzarella surprise. Ideal for any occasion—be it family dinners or special gatherings—these meatballs are not only easy to prepare but also bursting with flavor that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Enjoy them over pasta, in sub sandwiches, or as delightful appetizers at your next party.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 (makes about 12 meatballs) 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 (cubed)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil (for searing)
Instructions
- Sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant; add spinach and cook until wilted. Cool and chop finely.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, salt, pepper, egg, and prepared spinach. Mix gently.
- Form meatballs around mozzarella cubes.
- Sear meatballs in olive oil until golden brown on all sides.
- Finish cooking by either covering and simmering on low or baking in a preheated oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 40mg