Creamy Spinach and Pine Nut Gnocchi

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 12
Creamy Spinach and Pine Nut Gnocchi
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3/4 cup cream
425 g tomatoes
3 garlic cloves , crushed
1/2 cup sun-dried tomato , drained and chopped
1/2 cup black olives , seeded and sliced
750 g gnocchi
500 g english spinach , coarsely chopped
1/2 cup pine nuts , toasted

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
850
Sugar
4g
Fat
44g
Creamy Spinach and Pine Nut Gnocchi is a delicious Italian dish that is perfect for a quick and easy dinner. This dish is a combination of pillowy gnocchi, creamy sauce and spinach, flavoured with tangy sundried tomatoes and chopped pine nuts. It's a hearty and comforting meal that can be easily prepared with simple ingredients that are readily available. Whether you're cooking for your family or friends, this dish is sure to impress and satisfy everyone's cravings for a warm and indulgent meal on a busy weeknight.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, bring water to boil, add gnocchi and cook for 2-3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2.In a large pan, heat up olive oil over medium heat, add garlic, sundried tomatoes and olive. Cook until fragrant.
3.Add pine nuts and spinach, cook until spinach is wilted.
4.Pour in cream and bring to simmer.
5.Add cooked gnocchi and stir until they are coated with the sauce.
6.Serve hot with fresh grated parmesan cheese.

PROS

This dish is creamy, rich and delicious with a combination of spinach, tomato and pine nuts that provide a fantastic depth of flavour.

It’s quick and easy to make, taking only 30 minutes to prepare and cook.

It’s vegetarian-friendly and perfect for a meat-free meal.

CONS

This dish is high in calories, fat and sodium, and may not be suitable for people who are on a low-calorie or low-fat diet.

The creamy sauce may not be appropriate for people who are lactose intolerant or have any other dairy allergy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a good source of fibre, vitamins, and minerals.
Spinach is high in iron, potassium and vitamin C, while pine nuts are packed with protein, healthy fats and antioxidants.
Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, an antioxidant that can help reduce the risk of heart disease and some cancers.
However, the use of cream in this recipe may counteract some of the health benefits.

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