Description
Easy Spinach & Garlic Meatballs are tender, juicy meatballs packed with fresh spinach, garlic, herbs, and Parmesan. They’re a healthy, flavorful twist on a classic and perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning or dried oregano
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing or pan-searing)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté spinach and garlic until wilted and fragrant. Let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine ground meat, sautéed spinach and garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and seasoning.
- Mix until just combined. Form into 1 ½-inch meatballs and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes until golden and cooked through. Broil for 1–2 minutes for extra crispiness, if desired.
- Serve warm with sauce, over pasta or rice, or in a wrap or salad.
Notes
- Use thawed and squeezed frozen spinach if fresh isn’t available.
- Ground chicken or pork also works well as a substitute.
- To make dairy-free, omit Parmesan or use a dairy-free alternative.
- Do not overmix the meat to keep the meatballs tender.
- Can be pan-seared on the stovetop over medium heat for 10–12 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3–4 meatballs
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
