Gnocchi is an Italian pasta which is actually more of a form of dumpling made out of potatoes. Potato gnocchi are typically made from eggs, flour and potatoes and once cooked they are soft, chewy and pillowy. They can be served and enjoyed with all types of sauces, cheeses, and meats, just like a pasta noodle would.

Is pesto gnocchi gluten free?

Pesto gnocchi can be made gluten free by choosing a gnocchi that is gluten free. Not all potato gnocchi options are, so simply make sure to opt for a brand or selection that is. You can find them at many major grocery stores or online. There are three gluten free potato gnocchi options I recommend: Sanniti Italian Gnocchi , DeLallo , and Le Veneziane . The other option for gluten free gnocchi is to use a vegetable substitution such as cauliflower gnocchi .

Is pesto gnocchi dairy free?

In order to make this recipe dairy free, you will need to opt for a dairy free pesto sauce. I recommend this vegan pesto , or this vegan pesto . Both are very good. You will also need to use either coconut cream or a dairy free milk in place of half and half, along with a dairy free parmesan. They are simple swaps and still keep the same texture and flavor profile of the dish!

Can I use other types of gnocchi?

Yes, other types of gnocchi can be used to make pesto gnocchi besides the potato gnocchi and gluten free gnocchi options listed above. There are dozens of types of gnocchi available, so you can choose one at the store or online that sounds good to you. There's ricotta gnocchi, spinach gnocchi, pumpkin gnocchi, beet gnocchi, cauliflower gnocchi, basil gnocchi and more.

Can I add meat to this recipe?

Yes! You can absolutely add a meat protein to this recipe. You can make it into a pesto gnocchi with chicken by dicing chicken and searing it to add into the gnocchi skillet, you can add ground sausage (spicy sausage or italian sausage are our favorites), chopped bacon, sliced kielbasa or rope sausage, or ground beef.

Pesto Gnocchi - Healthy Hearty Recipes

Ingredients

1/3 cup pesto
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 cup half and half or heavy cream
1/3 cup vegetable or chicken broth
16 ounces potato gnocchi
1/2 cup grated or shredded parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon pepper, or to taste
Optional, to garnish: fresh basil, extra parmesan

Instructions

Add the pesto and minced garlic into a large skillet over medium high heat. Saute together for about 1 minute until the garlic becomes fragrant, and then add in the broth and cream
Bring the sauce to a light simmer and once it starts bubbling, add in the gnocchi and turn the heat down to medium
Cover with a lid and cook for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, uncover and stir. Cook for another 3 to 4 minutes uncovered, stirring frequently, as the sauce reduces and thickens
Once the sauce has reduced down and the gnocchi is cooked, stir in the parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper. If the sauce comes too thick, you can thin it out again by adding about 1/4 cup cream or broth. Serve with optional fresh basil and additional parmesan

Notes

You can add additional ingredients to your pesto gnocchi such as pine nuts, spinach or kale, cherry tomatoes, chicken or chopped bacon
Serves 2 as a meal, 4 as a side

Nutrition Facts:

Serving Size: 8 ounces
Calories: 490
Sugar: 2 g
Fat: 30 g
Saturated Fat: 16 g
Carbohydrates: 40 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 10 g
Cholesterol: 90 mg

Find it online: https://healthyheartyrecipes.com/pesto-gnocchi/