Spectacular Spinach Balls
Get ready to elevate your appetizer game with 'Spectacular Spinach Balls,' a crowd-pleasing recipe that seamlessly blends nutritious greens with cheesy, savory goodness. These bite-sized delights are made with frozen chopped spinach, Italian-style breadcrumbs, and a generous helping of grated Parmesan cheese, all bound together with rich melted butter and eggs for a perfectly tender texture. Seasoned with fragrant parsley, garlic powder, and onion powder, each spinach ball bursts with flavor in every bite. Ideal as a party snack or finger food, this recipe is quick to prepare, requiring just 20 minutes of prep time and a short bake to achieve a golden, slightly crisp exterior. Serve warm or at room temperature, and take these irresistible spinach balls to the next level by pairing them with tangy marinara sauce for dipping. Whether you're hosting a gathering or looking for a wholesome, yet indulgent treat, these spinach balls are sure to impress! Keywords: spinach appetizer recipe, easy party snack, baked spinach balls, healthy snack ideas, Parmesan spinach balls.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Frozen chopped spinach
- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 large Eggs
- 0.25 cup Butter
- 2 tablespoons Dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Thaw the frozen chopped spinach and squeeze out all excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth. Make sure the spinach is as dry as possible.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat and let it cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the thawed spinach, Italian-style breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, eggs, melted butter, dried parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Mix thoroughly with a spoon or your hands until all ingredients are evenly incorporated and a cohesive mixture forms.
Using your hands or a tablespoon, scoop out small portions of the mixture and roll them into 1-inch balls.
Arrange the spinach balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a bit of space between each one.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until the spinach balls are set and slightly golden on the outside.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a tasty appetizer or snack. Optionally, pair with marinara sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1636 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 93.9 g | 120% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.0 g | 240% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 770 mg | 257% | |
| Sodium | 5654 mg | 246% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 124.8 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.1 g | ||
| Protein | 81.6 g | 163% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 1766 mg | 136% | |
| Iron | 18.6 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 2678 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
