Spinach Garlic Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella
Spinach Garlic Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella are juicy meatballs filled with melted cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or ground lamb
- 1 cup fresh spinach finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese cut into small cubes
- 2 tbsp olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef (or lamb), spinach, garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix gently until just combined.
- Scoop 1–2 tablespoons of the mixture and flatten it in your palm. Place a cube of mozzarella in the center, wrap the meat around it, and roll into a ball.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook meatballs in batches, turning occasionally, for 4–5 minutes per side until browned and fully cooked through.
- Serve warm with marinara sauce, pasta, or vegetables. Garnish with extra Parmesan or fresh basil if desired.
Notes
- Serve over spaghetti, zucchini noodles, or rice