Description
Indulge in creamy gnocchi paired with fresh spinach and tangy feta for a quick and comforting dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (about 1 lb / 500 g) gnocchi (fresh or refrigerated)
- 2 cups fresh spinach (about 60 g)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 150 g)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (120 ml)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the gnocchi according to package instructions (usually boiling for 2–3 minutes until they float). Drain and set aside, reserving 1/4 cup of the starchy cooking water.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
- Add fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until just wilted, about 1–2 minutes, stirring to combine with garlic.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. If using lower-fat milk, whisk in 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with a tablespoon of water to help thicken.
- Add the cooked gnocchi and crumbled feta cheese to the skillet, stirring gently until everything is well combined and heated through. If the sauce feels too thick, add a splash of reserved cooking water to loosen it.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve warm, topped with grated Parmesan if desired.
Notes
For a lighter sauce, use half-and-half or whole milk with cornstarch. Vegan options available using crumbled tofu and coconut cream. Best served with a green salad or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 805mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2.8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg