Spinach Balls
Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Spinach Balls, a savory blend of fresh spinach, Parmesan cheese, and aromatic garlic and onion. Perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a wholesome side dish, these oven-baked bites are packed with nutrients and bold flavors. The recipe combines finely chopped spinach, buttery breadcrumbs, eggs, and a pinch of nutmeg for a hint of warmth, all baked to golden perfection. Ready in just under 45 minutes, these vegetarian-friendly Spinach Balls are easy to make and versatile—ideal for holiday parties, weeknight dinners, or as a nutritious snack. Their crispy exterior and tender interior will make them a hit with everyone, young and old alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams fresh spinach
- 100 grams breadcrumbs
- 100 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 2 large eggs
- 30 grams butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Wash the spinach thoroughly and blanch it in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and squeeze out as much water as possible, then chop finely.
Finely chop the onion and garlic.
In a skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Allow to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, onion-garlic mixture, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, eggs, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Mix well until all the ingredients are combined.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Using your hands, form the mixture into small balls, about the size of a walnut, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the spinach balls are firm and slightly browned.
Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serve warm as an appetizer or a side dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
231 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.6 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 90 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 818 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.3 g | ||
| Protein | 12.1 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 264 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 98 mg | 2% | |
*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.
