Description
Juicy, flavorful meatballs packed with fresh spinach and garlic a wholesome twist on a classic! These Spinach & Garlic Meatballs are perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a protein-packed appetizer.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
1 cup finely chopped fresh spinach
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg
2 tbsp milk
1 tbsp olive oil (for searing)
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Marinara sauce for serving (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine ground meat, spinach, garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, milk, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
3. Mix until just combined — do not overmix.
4. Shape the mixture into 1½-inch meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
5. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear meatballs on all sides until golden brown.
6. Transfer to the oven and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until cooked through (internal temperature 165°F).
7. Serve with marinara sauce, pasta, or on their own as a protein-rich snack.
Notes
Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
Add a handful of fresh basil or parsley for extra flavor.
These meatballs freeze beautifully — great for quick weeknight meals or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked and Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: spinach meatballs, garlic meatballs, healthy meatballs, baked meatballs, protein meal