Spinach Meatballs
Elevate your meatball game with these hearty and nutrient-packed spinach meatballs, a flavorful twist on a classic comfort food. Made with your choice of ground beef or turkey, fresh spinach, and a hint of Parmesan cheese, these oven-baked wonders strike the perfect balance between taste and nutrition. The addition of sautéed garlic and onions infuses every bite with a rich, aromatic depth, while breadcrumbs and an egg bind the ingredients seamlessly for perfectly tender results. Ready in just 35 minutes, these versatile spinach meatballs can be served as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, paired with marinara sauce over pasta, or enjoyed as a protein-packed meal with a side salad. Healthy, delicious, and easy to make, these baked spinach meatballs are sure to become a staple in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef or turkey
- 2 cups Fresh spinach
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 large Egg
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup Onion, finely diced
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Rinse the spinach thoroughly, then chop it finely. Alternatively, you can pulse it in a food processor for even finer consistency.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and diced onion, and sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, chopped spinach, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, sautéed garlic and onion, salt, black pepper, and oregano. Mix well using your hands or a spoon until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat this process until all the meat mixture is used, placing the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet as you go.
Lightly brush the meatballs with the remaining olive oil to help them brown evenly while baking.
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the meatballs from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the spinach meatballs as an appetizer with your favorite dipping sauce, over pasta with marinara sauce, or alongside a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2115 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 144.3 g | 185% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.8 g | 259% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 622 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 5232 mg | 227% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.3 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.9 g | ||
| Protein | 117.5 g | 235% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 695 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 20.4 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 1448 mg | 31% | |
*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.
