Spinach Garlic Meatballs
These spinach garlic meatballs blend flavors and nutrition, making them a flavorful and healthy meal option.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground meat (beef, turkey, or chicken)
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground meat, chopped spinach, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix well until evenly combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the meatballs for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned.
- Transfer the meatballs to a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Serve warm, with your favorite sauce or over pasta.
Notes
Adjust seasoning according to your taste; add more Italian seasoning for a stronger flavor. For gluten-free options, swap breadcrumbs with crushed gluten-free crackers.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g