Lean Beef Spinach Meatball Pasta Recipe

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[h=3]Lean Beef Spinach Meatball Pasta[/h]
For meatballs:

• • 6 oz lean ground beef
  • 1/2 cup shredded raw spinach
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1/2 tbsp cumin
  • Sea salt and pepper, to taste

For pasta:

• 2 oz wheat spinach pasta
• 1/8 cup marinara (natural and low sodium)
• 1 1/2 cup raw spinach
• 5 cherry tomatoes
• 1 tbsp low fat parmesan cheese

Directions

• Set oven to 405 degrees F.
• For added flavor, saute the red onions in a skillet using spray olive or coconut oil.
• Mix together ground beef, chopped raw spinach, red onion, garlic, and spices. Mix thoroughly using your hands until the spinach is completely mixed into the meat.
• Form two or three meatballs of roughly the same size using your hands. For accuracy, you can use a food scale to weigh and measure each portion.
• Place meatballs on a baking sheet and bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes.
• Cook pasta and stir in tomatoes, spinach, and cheese as desired.
• Mix in cooked meatballs and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
Calories 468
Total Fat 6g
Total Carbs 50g
Protein 51g