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Spinach Garlic Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella

Spinach Garlic Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella

Spinach Garlic Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella are a flavorful and versatile dish that combines juicy meatballs with gooey melted mozzarella cheese, sautéed spinach, and aromatic garlic. Perfect for any occasion—from family dinners to celebrations—these meatballs can be served in numerous ways, including over pasta, in sandwiches, or as appetizers. With their savory taste and healthy twist, they are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: About 12 meatballs 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach (sautéed and chopped)
  • 8 oz low-moisture mozzarella (cubes)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Olive oil for searing

Instructions

  1. Sauté minced garlic in olive oil, then add spinach until wilted. Cool, squeeze out moisture, and chop.
  2. In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, pepper, egg, and chopped spinach until just combined.
  3. Form meat mixture into balls around a cube of mozzarella.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear meatballs until golden brown on all sides.
  5. Finish cooking by covering the skillet or baking in the oven until fully cooked.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 175
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Chill formed meatballs for 30 minutes before cooking to maintain shape. Experiment with different cheeses for unique flavors.