Vegetable Gnocchi

Vegetable Gnocchi is a delightful, fluffy pasta dish made from tender potatoes and vibrant seasonal vegetables, creating a comforting yet nutritious meal. Perfectly paired with a light garlic and herb sauce, this dish celebrates the freshness of garden produce in every bite.

Ingredients

• Potato - 250 grams, peeled and cubed
• All-purpose flour - 150 grams, plus extra for dusting
• Egg - 1 large
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Zucchini - 100 grams, diced
• Bell pepper - 100 grams, diced
• Spinach - 50 grams, roughly chopped
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Boil the cubed potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
2. Mash the potatoes until smooth and let them cool completely. Once cooled, mix in the egg and salt.
3. Gradually add the flour to the potato mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
4. On a floured surface, roll the dough into long ropes about 1 cm thick. Cut the ropes into 2 cm pieces to form the gnocchi.
5. Use a fork to gently press down on each piece to create grooves, which will help sauce adhere better.
6. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Cook the gnocchi in batches until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
7. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
8. Add diced zucchini and bell pepper to the skillet, cooking for about 5 minutes until softened. Stir in the chopped spinach until wilted.
9. Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet, tossing gently to combine with the vegetables. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.
10. Serve warm, sprinkled with grated Parmesan cheese and freshly cracked black pepper.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 320 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the vegetables.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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