Easy Spinach & Garlic Meatballs Quick and Delicious
Juicy garlic and spinach meatballs made with ground meat, herbs, and Parmesan. Baked or pan-seared for a quick, healthy dinner or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 18–20 meatballs 1x
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb ground beef, turkey, or chicken
2 cups fresh spinach, sautéed and chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
½ cup breadcrumbs
1 egg
¼ cup grated Parmesan
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp salt
1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F or heat skillet with oil.
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Sauté spinach until wilted. Chop finely.
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Mix all ingredients in a bowl until combined.
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Form into 18–20 meatballs.
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Bake for 18–20 minutes or pan-fry until browned and cooked through.
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Serve warm with desired sides or sauces.
Notes
Use frozen spinach if needed (squeeze dry). Make gluten-free with almond flour. Freeze raw or cooked for later use.