Description
This vibrant and flavorful dish combines the richness of pesto with fluffy gnocchi, fresh spinach, and artichokes to create a comforting meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser and can easily be customized to suit your taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 pound potato gnocchi
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Add gnocchi and cook until they float (about 2-3 minutes).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté spinach and drained artichoke hearts until spinach wilts.
- Stir in the pesto and let it simmer while gnocchi cooks.
- Once the gnocchi are done, transfer them to the skillet using a slotted spoon. Toss gently until well coated.
- Serve immediately, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute spinach with kale or add sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor. For added protein, consider including grilled chicken or shrimp.