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Spinach Meatballs with Mozzarella

Savory Spinach Meatballs with Mozzarella for Family Meals

Delicious Spinach Meatballs with Mozzarella, a perfect blend of health and comfort for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chill Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach or frozen spinach, thawed and drained
  • 1 pound Ground Meat (Beef, Turkey, or Chicken) or crumbled tofu for a vegetarian option
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese or provolone, or any melting cheese
  • 1 large Egg or a flax egg (1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 2.5 tbsp water) for vegan option
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs gluten-free if desired
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Finely chop about 2 cups of fresh spinach and sauté it in a skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until wilted.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sautéed spinach, 1 pound of ground meat, 1 cup of diced mozzarella cheese, 1 large egg, and 1 cup of breadcrumbs. Season with salt and black pepper, and mix gently.
  3. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up the mixture.
  4. After chilling, form the mixture into about 12 meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Cook meatballs by sautéing in a pan over medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes or by baking at 200°C (400°F) for 20-25 minutes until golden.
  6. Serve warm with a dipping sauce or marinara for a delicious meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 10gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Refrigerate the meat mixture for at least 15 minutes to help flavors meld and shaping easier. Keep the meatballs uniform in size for even cooking.

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