Description
Spinach Garlic Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella are savory, cheesy, and easy to make. Perfect for meal prep, pasta nights, or appetizers. Try them today!
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb ground beef or half beef, half pork
1 cup finely chopped fresh spinach
3 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup plain breadcrumbs
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg, lightly beaten
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
½ tsp Italian seasoning
1 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed
2 tbsp olive oil, for searing
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the ground meat, spinach, garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix gently until everything is just combined.
- Shape & Stuff: Take about 1 to 2 tablespoons of the mixture and press it flat in your palm.
- Sear to Perfection: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, avoiding overcrowding. Cook each batch for 4–5 minutes on all sides until browned and fully cooked through.
- Serve & Enjoy: Plate the meatballs warm. Serve with marinara sauce for dipping, over a bed of pasta, or garnished with basil and extra Parmesan.
Notes
Don’t overmix the meat mixture to ensure a tender texture.
Freeze cooked or uncooked meatballs in a single layer for quick future meals.
Great with marinara, alfredo, or pesto sauces.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs
- Calories: 190
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 48mg