Description
This delightful dish features crispy pan-fried gnocchi paired with vibrant spinach and tangy feta cheese, creating a satisfying and flavorful meal. Quick to prepare, it’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend treat.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 4 cups Fresh Spinach (about 120 g)
- 4 ounces Feta Cheese, crumbled (about 115 g)
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Black Pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional, for heat)
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gnocchi and cook until they float to the surface, about 2–3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside to drain.
2. Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the cooked gnocchi and cook undisturbed for 2–3 minutes until golden brown and crispy on one side.
3. Stir gently and cook another 2–3 minutes until the gnocchi are crispy all over.
4. Reduce heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Add the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2–3 minutes.
6. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Remove from heat.
7. Stir in crumbled feta cheese and serve immediately on plates.
Notes
- Add cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, or zucchini for extra flavor and color.
- Ensure the pan is hot enough before adding gnocchi for a crispy texture.
- Substitute spinach with kale or Swiss chard if desired.
- Best served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 1–2 days. Reheat in a pan to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
Keywords: Crispy Gnocchi with Spinach and Feta, gnocchi recipe, vegetarian dinner, easy Italian dish