Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 10–12 small cubes of mozzarella cheese (about 1/2-inch each)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds, then add chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Remove and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, cooled spinach-garlic mixture, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until evenly combined.
- Take 2 tablespoons of meat mixture, flatten, place a mozzarella cube in the center, and wrap meat around it to form a ball. Repeat for remaining meat.
- Heat remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown meatballs 2–3 minutes per side. Reduce heat, cover, and cook 6–8 minutes until fully cooked.
- Serve warm on their own, with marinara, or over pasta or rice.
Notes
- Alternatively, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18–20 minutes.
- Serve with garlic bread, zoodles, or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet or Baked
- Cuisine: American