🧄 Spinach Garlic Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella
These spinach garlic meatballs are juicy, flavorful, and stuffed with gooey mozzarella cheese.
Crispy on the outside and irresistibly cheesy on the inside, they’re perfect as a main dish,
appetizer, or served over pasta.
🧾 Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
- 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
- 4–6 oz mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
👩🍳 Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, spinach, garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Take a small portion of the meat mixture, flatten it in your hand, place a cube of mozzarella in the center, and wrap the meat around it to form a ball.
- Repeat with remaining mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook meatballs, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through (about 10–12 minutes).
- Serve hot and enjoy the melty mozzarella center.
⏱️ Cooking Time
- Preparation: 15 minutes
- Cooking: 10–12 minutes
- Total Time: About 30 minutes
💡 Tip:
For a lighter version, bake the meatballs at 400°F (200°C) for 18–20 minutes,
or until fully cooked.
For a lighter version, bake the meatballs at 400°F (200°C) for 18–20 minutes,
or until fully cooked.
❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Cheesy mozzarella center
- Juicy and flavorful
- Great for dinner or appetizers
- Family-friendly favorite
