Spinach-Cheese Balls

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Popular
Health score
5%
Spinach-Cheese Balls
25 min.
30
30kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that will impress your guests? Look no further than these delightful Spinach-Cheese Balls! Perfectly vegetarian and gluten-free, these bite-sized treats are not only popular but also packed with flavor. With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up a batch in under 25 minutes, making them an ideal choice for any gathering or casual snack.

The combination of thawed spinach and gooey mozzarella cheese creates a mouthwatering filling that is both satisfying and nutritious. Enhanced with Italian seasoning and garlic salt, each ball bursts with savory goodness, making them a hit at parties, potlucks, or even as a tasty addition to your antipasti platter. Plus, they are low in calories, with each ball containing only 30 kcal, allowing you to indulge without the guilt!

Whether served as a starter, snack, or appetizer, these Spinach-Cheese Balls are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Pair them with a rich tomato pasta sauce for dipping, and watch as they disappear in no time. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to enjoy a delightful culinary experience that will leave everyone asking for the recipe!

Ingredients

  • oz spinach frozen thawed
  • oz mozzarella cheese shredded
  •  eggs 
  • teaspoons seasoning italian
  • teaspoon garlic salt 
  • cup pasta sauce 
  • cup frangelico 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400°F. Spray cookie sheet with cooking spray. In large bowl, mix all ingredients, except pasta sauce. Shape mixture into 1-inch balls; place on cookie sheet.
  2. Bake 10 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. Immediately remove from pan.
  3. Serve with pasta sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories30kcal
Protein29.87%
Fat56.25%
Carbs13.88%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.57
Glycemic Load
0.19
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
4.2826086347518%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:29.56kcal
1.48%
Fat:1.91g
2.94%
Saturated Fat:1.05g
6.56%
Carbohydrates:1.06g
0.35%
Net Carbohydrates:0.63g
0.23%
Sugar:0.43g
0.48%
Cholesterol:11.43mg
3.81%
Sodium:172.04mg
7.48%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.28g
4.56%
Vitamin K:32.87µg
31.31%
Vitamin A:1093.93IU
21.88%
Calcium:53.29mg
5.33%
Manganese:0.08mg
3.91%
Folate:14.6µg
3.65%
Phosphorus:36.24mg
3.62%
Selenium:2.3µg
3.29%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.13%
Vitamin B12:0.19µg
3.09%
Vitamin E:0.42mg
2.79%
Magnesium:9.65mg
2.41%
Zinc:0.31mg
2.06%
Iron:0.35mg
1.93%
Potassium:63.15mg
1.8%
Fiber:0.43g
1.7%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.47%
Vitamin C:1.04mg
1.26%
Copper:0.02mg
1.22%