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

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