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Spinach Garlic Meatballs

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These Spinach Garlic Meatballs offer a flavorful and nutritious twist on classic meatballs, combining tender ground meat with fresh spinach and a robust garlic punch for a perfect dinner option.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground meat, chopped spinach, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, onion, parsley, salt, pepper, and oregano. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a plate.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add meatballs to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through.
  5. Remove from heat and drain on paper towels if desired.
  6. Serve warm with your favorite sauce or side dish.

Notes

For extra flavor, bake the meatballs in marinara sauce for 15 minutes after frying, or serve over spaghetti for a classic Italian meal.

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