Spinach and pine nut gnocchi
Prep:
10 mins
Cook:
10 mins
Gnocchi is one of the most wholesome pastas available and with the combination of the spinach and pine nuts, this dish is truly an Italian delight.
400g fresh gnocchi
2 tbs butter
2 tbsp pine nuts
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
240g fresh spinach, washed and drained
¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 tsp olive oil
50g parmesan cheese (or vegan alternative), finely grated
Cook the gnocchi according to the directions, drain and set aside.
Heat the butter in a large non-stick pan over medium heat.
Add the pine nuts and cook for 3 minutes or until butter and nuts are lightly browned, stirring constantly.
Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
Lastly, add in the gnocchi and the spinach and cook 1 minute or until the spinach wilts, stirring constantly.
Season with pepper, add the teaspoon of olive oil and mix gently.
Sprinkle with cheese and serve.
Serves
4
Preparation Time
10 minutes
Cooking Time
10 minutes
Main ingredients
Cheese, Pasta & Noodles, Vegetables, Nuts
Recipe Type
Family Dinners, Healthy, Pasta/Noodles, Quick Meals, Vegetarian
Cuisine
Italian
Special Info
Vegetarian
Level of Difficulty
Easy
