Description
Creamy Gnocchi with Spinach and Feta is a delightful one-pan meal that brings comfort and sophistication to your dining table. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this savory dish packed with crispy gnocchi, fresh spinach, and tangy feta cheese. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, making it a versatile addition to your recipe collection. The combination of flavors—garlic, chili, and toasted pine nuts—creates an irresistible taste experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
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- 2 tsp fennel seeds
- 2 tbsp pine nuts
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups fresh gnocchi
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 red chili (deseeded and finely chopped)
- 2 medium tomatoes (chopped)
- 3 1/3 cups baby spinach (washed)
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Lightly crush fennel seeds using a pestle and mortar to release their aroma.
- Toast pine nuts in a frying pan over medium-high heat until golden; set aside.
- In the same pan, heat butter and olive oil, then fry the gnocchi until golden brown; remove from pan.
- Sauté crushed fennel seeds, garlic, and chili in the remaining oil for a few minutes until fragrant.
- Add chopped tomatoes and cook until softened.
- Stir in spinach until wilted.
- Return gnocchi to the pan and mix with feta; stir gently to combine.
- Serve topped with toasted pine nuts and freshly ground pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 25mg