In case you are seeking an appetizing refreshing recipe that is both tasty and healthy, there is nothing more than this Spinach Balls recipe. These are delicious bites which are also packed with flavours and can make your guests enjoy their moments.

These spinach balls with a soft, savory center and a crispy exterior are the right topping of any party. So now we are going to jump into the steps of how to make these scrumptious appetizers that people will want a second helping on!

The Charms of Spinach Balls

Spinach Balls not only tastes good but is also a good source of acquiring green food in the body. Due to their flexibility, they can be served as appetizers or as snacks or even as a side dish.

Fresh spinach with herbs and cheese in it makes it an explosion of flavor with each bite. They are also quite simple and can be prepared before hand thus ideal when hosting parties or family get-together. and how soon they will vanish!

Shopping for Your Ingredients

Making the best Spinach Balls will require you to use some basic ingredients. Begin by using fresh spinach but you can chop it or wilt it.

There will also be breadcrumbs, eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and a mixture of such herbs as parsley and dill. Don not leave out any seasoning- the salt and pepper! And also get all your ingredients ready before you turn on the cooker so that it is easy to make and get good and tasty spinach balls.

The Ingredients You’ll need:

• 2 cups of spinach (fresh or frozen)
• 1 cup of breadcrumbs
• 2 large eggs
• 1 or 2 garlic cloves
• 1/2 cup of grated cheese
• 1/2 cup of chopped onions
• pinch of dill
• pinch of parsley
• salt and pepper to taste
• oil for frying

Cooking of Spinach

• Start by washing your Spinach.
• Clean the fresh spinach and remove the hard stems in case of using fresh spinach.
• Cut it to small pieces and keep aside.
• To make the texture even smooth, you might saute the spinach with some drops of olive oil, and wilt it in 2-3 minutes.

This method gives a stronger taste and can easily mix into other side dishes. Let is  cool down before mixing it with other ingredients.

Step by Step instructions:

Now that you are ready to cook your spinach,  mix  of all the ingredients together.

• In a large mixing bowl mix together the chopped spinach, breadcrumbs, the beaten eggs, the grated Parmesan cheese, the minced garlic and the chopped herbs.
• Add salt and pepper according to taste.
• Combine everything using your hands, or spatula, until thoroughly mixed.

This is an important step to make sure  the  spinach mixture  is mixed well. Taste the  spinach mixture before shaping it in to balls.

 

Shaping the Spinach Balls

Your Spinach Balls are ready for baking in the oven. .

Heat the oven up to at 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius)

Take some of the mixture and shape it into balls,  the same size as  a golf-ball.

Place  the spinach balls in a baking sheet,  lined with parchment paper.

This is a good way to avoid the spinach balls from getting stuck on the baking sheet.

Place the spinach balls far apart from each other so that they can bake well.

Baking of the Spinach balls

When you are done shaping the spinach balls, it is the time to bake the balls.

Put the baking sheet with spinach balls in the preheated oven and cover with aluminum foil.

Bake for approximately 20-25 minutes or until spinach balls are golden brown and crispy on the surface.

Let the spinach balls cool down before  taking a bite. The texture should be crispy on the outside, but soft when you  take a bite and smelts in your mouth.

Your kitchen will smell of like spinach!

Serving Suggestions

Now it is time to serve your Spinach Balls! These yummy pieces can be either served on their own or with a dip sauce of your choice.

• A tart marinara sauce,
• a dreamy ranch dressing,
• or even a spicy yogurt dressing go very well with them.

They can be served on platter also with fresh vegetables and have a colorful appearance.

Storing Leftovers

If you have any leftovers, you can store it in the fridge for 2 days.

When then you want to warm them up, just put them into the hot oven.  Heat it for  around 10 minutes or until completely reheated.

This is a time saver to have leftovers . As you can quickly reheat it and enjoy it as a snack. You can also reheat it in an air fryer.

Making Your Own Recipe

Making the most of the Spinach Balls, is the fact, it is very versatile.

You can use any spices, herb or vegetable to create a variety of the recipe.

You may also add other ingredients to it such as chopped sun dried tomatoes, feta cheese or even cooked sausage to enhance the flavour.

The side dish will be a family favourite. Keep exploring different flavours and ask the family of they like it or not.

Conclusion

To sum it up, the Spinach balls dish is a highly tasting and simple way of enjoying the nutritional benefits of spinach. It is easy to make with simple ingredients and with easy steps to follow.  It is a dish that everyone will love and enjoy.

So start getting your ingredients ready and make this delicious recipe tonight.  Savor these wonderful nibbles that really melt in your mouth! These bite size snacks with the delicious savory taste of cheese and herbs is a must try for anyone wanting to try something new and healthy. Feel free to add different vegetables and spices that you might like. Happy eating.