Best 7 Spinach And Cheese Meatballs Recipes

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Spinach and cheese meatballs are a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. They are a great way to use up leftover spinach and cheese, and they can be made ahead of time and frozen for later. Whether you're looking for an easy weeknight meal or a special dish for a party, spinach and cheese meatballs are sure to please everyone at your table.

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MEATBALL & CREAMED SPINACH SKILLET



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Spaghetti and meatballs is a no-brainer, but pairing meatballs with a pile of creamed spinach topped with marinara and cheese is a flavorful twist. Pick your favorite frozen meatballs--beef, chicken or veggie--for this healthy dinner recipe.

Provided by Carolyn Malcoun

Categories     Healthy Tomato Sauce Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 ounces frozen meatballs
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 6-ounce package frozen chopped spinach
2 tablespoons white whole-wheat flour
1 cup reduced-fat milk
¼ teaspoon ground pepper
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 ½ cups low-sodium marinara (see Tip), heated
4 ounces sliced fresh mozzarella cheese, shredded or torn into pieces

Steps:

  • Prepare meatballs according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a large, broiler-safe skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add spinach and cook, stirring occasionally, until thawed, 6 to 8 minutes. Sprinkle with flour and stir to combine. Add milk and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in pepper and nutmeg.
  • Nestle the cooked meatballs into the creamed spinach. Drizzle with marinara and scatter mozzarella on top.
  • Position rack in upper third of oven and turn broiler to high. Broil the casserole until the cheese is browning in spots, 3 to 4 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19.5 g, Cholesterol 34.9 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 497.7 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

SPINACH AND CHEESE MEATBALLS



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These meatballs are simple to make, and freeze really well. I found this recipe online and made some modifications (the original source of the recipe has since disappeared). Note: I usually make these with GoLean ground beef substitute

Provided by Jenipurr

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h

Yield 30 meatballs, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground turkey
1 (10 ounce) box frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1/2 cup parmesan cheese or 1/2 cup romano cheese
4 ounces mozzarella cheese, grated
1 cup bran flakes, crushed
1/4 cup egg substitute or 1 egg
1/4 cup dried onion flakes
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together thoroughly and shape into 30 balls.
  • Spray a skillet with nonstick spray and fry balls just until browned, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Put balls onto broiler pan (or pan with wire rack) sprayed with non-stick spray, and bake for 30 minutes.
  • Store in freezer. To thaw, put a few on a plate and microwave for about 30 seconds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.5, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 44.7, Sodium 351.5, Carbohydrate 6.3, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 1.7, Protein 15.6

BEEFY SPINACH-PARMESAN MEATBALLS



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Even folks who don't like spinach seem to like these meatballs. Might have something to do with the power of Parmesan and marinara sauce.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 40m

Yield 30 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-2/3 cups hot water
1 pkg. (6 oz.) STOVE TOP Stuffing Mix for Chicken
1 lb. extra-lean ground beef
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, thawed, well drained
1 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
2 egg whites
1 jar (24 oz.) CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F.
  • Add hot water to stuffing mix in large bowl; stir just until moistened. Add meat, spinach, cheese and egg whites; mix well.
  • Shape into 60 (1-1/2-inch) balls. Place in 2 rimmed pans sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Bake 20 min. or until done (160°F), heating pasta sauce near end of baking time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Fat 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 260 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 6 g

SPINACH MEATBALLS



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This recipe provided by Texas Beef Council. It is lean and packed with iron. Baked, not fried and can be frozen.Update: 03/13/2010 Elainemae, a reviewer suggested we use infant's rice cereal instead of breadcrumbs and it serves a dual purpose - increase the iron content. Great idea! :)

Provided by Manami

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb lean ground beef
1 (10 ounce) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/3 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 (10 1/2 ounce) jar prepared spaghetti sauce
8 ounces uncooked pasta
grated parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a medium bowl, combine ground beef, spinach, egg, onion powder, garlic powder, bread crumbs, salt & pepper.
  • Mix all ingredients well and form into small meatballs.
  • Place meatballs on jelly roll pan and place into preheated oven; bake for 40-50 minutes (depending on size of meatballs).
  • While meatballs are cooking, prepare pasta according to package directions, drain and keep warm.
  • In a large skillet or sauce pan, pour jar of prepared spaghetti sauce.
  • When meatballs are fully cooked, remove from oven and place in sauce.
  • Simmer on medium heat 6-8 minutes.
  • Serve meatballs and sauce over cooked pasta.
  • Top with grated Parmesan cheese.

PARMESAN SPINACH BALLS



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These delicious little appetizers are always a hit. Serve warm or at room temperature with a good quality mustard. These can be frozen unbaked and popped into the oven when unexpected guests pop in.

Provided by tish

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
2 cups Italian-style seasoned bread crumbs
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup butter, melted
4 small green onion, finely chopped
4 eggs, lightly beaten
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, mix the frozen chopped spinach, Italian-style seasoned bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, butter, green onion, eggs, salt and pepper. Shape the mixture into 1 inch balls.
  • Arrange the balls in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven 10 to 15 minutes, until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.2 calories, Carbohydrate 19.1 g, Cholesterol 107.6 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 11.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 632.6 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

BAKED SPINACH, FETA, AND TURKEY MEATBALLS



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These spinach, feta, and turkey meatballs are quick and easy to make, easy to freeze, and taste great when reheated. My son and I call these "Combine Nuggets." Did you know that a combine is a giant tractor that harvests crops from the field? Well, I most certainly didn't until my 3-year-old told me! Therefore, thanks to the hardworking combines we can put the green things in our nuggets.

Provided by WTAmeal

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

cooking spray
1 pound lean ground turkey
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1 (6 ounce) container crumbled feta cheese
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon onion powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 24-cup mini muffin tin with cooking spray.
  • Mix together turkey, drained spinach, feta cheese, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until well combined. Roll into 24 meatballs and place in the prepared muffin tin.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until meatballs are cooked through, 20 to 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50.3 calories, Carbohydrate 0.8 g, Cholesterol 20.2 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 105 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

SPINACH DIP-STUFFED MEATBALLS RECIPE BY TASTY



Spinach Dip-stuffed Meatballs Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: cream cheese, spinach, garlic powder, shredded mozzarella cheese, ground beef, ground pork, egg, parsley, bread crumbs, salt, pepper, marinara sauce, fettuccine

Provided by Alvin Zhou

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 oz cream cheese
¼ cup spinach, cooked
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ lb ground beef
½ lb ground pork
1 egg
½ cup parsley
½ cup bread crumbs
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
2 cups marinara sauce
½ lb fettuccine, cooked, or your favorite long pasta

Steps:

  • Mix cream cheese, spinach, garlic powder, and mozzarella until smooth.
  • Mix ground beef, pork, egg, parsley, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper until evenly combined.
  • Take a golf ball-sized handful of the meatball mixture and press it flat in the palm of your hand.
  • Place a spoonful of the spinach dip in the center of the meat and fold the edges over the dip, sealing it and rolling into a ball.
  • Repeat with the remaining meat and dip.
  • In a pan over medium-high heat, sear meatballs for about a minute, then flip.
  • Add the marinara sauce and mix.
  • Cook for about 15 minutes, until meatballs are cooked through and sauce is thick.
  • Serve with fettuccine.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 979 calories, Carbohydrate 72 grams, Fat 51 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 55 grams, Sugar 9 grams

Tips:

  • Opt for fresh spinach: Fresh spinach yields the best flavor and texture in these meatballs. If using frozen spinach, thaw and squeeze out excess moisture before using.
  • Use a combination of cheeses: The recipe calls for a blend of ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and mozzarella cheese. This combination provides a creamy, tangy, and stretchy texture to the meatballs.
  • Don't overmix the meatball mixture: Overmixing can result in tough meatballs. Mix the ingredients just until combined.
  • Brown the meatballs before baking: Browning the meatballs in a skillet before baking helps to develop flavor and prevent them from becoming dry.
  • Use a baking sheet with a rim: This will help to prevent the meatballs from rolling off the sheet during baking.
  • Serve the meatballs warm: Spinach and cheese meatballs are best served warm, straight out of the oven. They can be enjoyed on their own, with a side of pasta or rice, or as an appetizer.

Conclusion:

Spinach and cheese meatballs are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or snack. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With their combination of fresh spinach, creamy cheese, and savory spices, these meatballs are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal that's packed with flavor, give spinach and cheese meatballs a try. You won't be disappointed!

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