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Easy Spinach and Garlic Meatballs


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  • Author: Darya
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: General

Description

Quick and nutritious spinach and garlic meatballs that the whole family will love, perfect for weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

  • 1 lb Ground beef or turkey
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • 1 small Onion
  • 1 tbsp Parsley
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 Pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Red pepper flakes
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs
  • 8 oz Low-moisture mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a skillet, sauté onions and garlic until they become soft.
  3. In a large bowl, combine ground beef or turkey, sautéed garlic and onions, parsley, chopped fresh spinach, egg, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and breadcrumbs. Mix well.
  4. Form the mixture into meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
  5. Top each meatball with mozzarella and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
  7. Serve warm.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Cold ground meat helps maintain meatball firmness.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian