These Spinach Garlic Meatballs St￭ with Mozzarella are a delicious and healthy twist on traditional meatball recipes, featuring a gooey mozzarella surprise inside.
Ingredients
Scale:
1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey for a leaner option)
1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes
2 cups marinara sauce
Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef (or turkey), chopped spinach, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
Take about 2 tablespoons of the meat mixture, flatten it in your palm, place a cube of mozzarella in the center, and mold the meat around it to form a ball.
Place the st￭ meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring they are spaced apart.
Bake the meatballs for about 20-25 minutes or until cooked through and golden brown.
While the meatballs bake, heat the marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium heat until warm.
Once the meatballs are done, transfer them to the saucepan with the marinara sauce and gently stir to coat.
Serve the meatballs and sauce, garnished with fresh basil. Enjoy with pasta, crusty bread, or a salad.
