Gnocchi di Cauliflower
Gnocchi di Cauliflower is a deliciously light twist on traditional gnocchi, made from cauliflower for a keto-friendly option. These tender dumplings are perfect for soaking up your favorite sauces, making them a satisfying lunch choice.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Italian
280 kcal
Ingredients
- Cauliflower - 300 grams
- Almond flour - 50 grams
- Egg - 1 large
- Parmesan cheese (grated) - 30 grams
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Garlic (minced) - 1 clove
- Fresh basil (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
Steps
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Cut the cauliflower into florets and steam until tender, about 10 minutes.
- Drain the cauliflower well and let it cool slightly before processing.
- In a food processor, blend the cauliflower until smooth, then transfer to a bowl.
- Add the almond flour, egg, Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with the cauliflower and mix well until a dough forms.
- Lightly flour a clean surface with almond flour and roll the dough into logs about 1.5 cm thick.
- Cut the logs into 2 cm pieces to form the gnocchi.
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and gently drop in the gnocchi, cooking until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes.
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the garlic until fragrant.
- Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet and sauté for another 2-3 minutes until lightly golden.
- Serve garnished with fresh basil.
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Protein: 10 g
- Carbs: 15 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
- Total Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Water: 0.2 L
Health Benefits
- Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.
- Rich in fiber and vitamins, supporting digestive health.
Tags
ItalianKetoLunch