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Pesto Gnocchi


  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A quick and flavorful pesto gnocchi dish, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 package of gnocchi
  • 1 cup of pesto sauce
  • 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup of fresh spinach
  • 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
  • Olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil and cook the gnocchi according to package instructions until they float to the top.
  2. While the gnocchi is cooking, heat olive oil in a separate pan over medium heat. Add the halved cherry tomatoes and fresh spinach, sautéing until the spinach wilts and the tomatoes soften.
  3. Drain the cooked gnocchi and carefully add them to the pan with the sautéed veggies. Pour in the pesto sauce and stir everything together until well coated.
  4. Finish by seasoning with salt and pepper based on your taste.
  5. Serve while hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

For a vegan version, substitute nutritional yeast for Parmesan and choose a plant-based pesto. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: pesto, gnocchi, vegetarian, easy recipe, weeknight dinner, Italian cuisine