Description
Creamy, vibrant Green Veggie Gnocchi made with spinach, peas, and parmesan, tossed in a velvety green sauce for the perfect weeknight comfort meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 grams gnocchi
- 2 cups packed spinach
- 1 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
- Set a large pot of salted water to boil and prepare your blender or food processor.
- Blanch the spinach and peas in boiling water for 1 minute, then drain and transfer to the blender.
- Add garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, parmesan, salt, and pepper to the blender. Blend until smooth.
- Cook the gnocchi in the boiling water until they float, about 2–3 minutes. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
- In a large skillet, warm the green sauce with a splash of pasta water over medium heat.
- Add the gnocchi and gently toss to coat. Cook for 2–3 minutes until heated through and the sauce thickens.
- Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and extra parmesan. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use chilled gnocchi to avoid sticking.
- Blend sauce while warm for the smoothest texture.
- Add fresh herbs or chili flakes for extra flavor.
- Store leftover sauce separately for easier reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 18mg
Keywords: green veggie gnocchi, vegetarian gnocchi, green sauce pasta, creamy spinach gnocchi, easy gnocchi recipe