Description
These Turkey, Spinach & Cheese Meatballs are a delicious and nutritious twist on classic meatballs, packed with flavor from the spinach and cheese. They are easy to make and versatile, perfect for a main course, appetizer, or even a snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs:
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 cup fresh spinach (finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for baking or pan-frying)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or olive oil.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine turkey, spinach, cheeses, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Form Meatballs: Shape mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs and place on the baking sheet. Lightly brush with olive oil.
- Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden and cooked through. Alternatively, pan-fry for 10-12 minutes.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with marinara sauce, pasta, or as a snack.
Notes
- These meatballs freeze well — bake, cool, and freeze in a single layer, then store in an airtight container. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
