Description
Crispy Gnocchi With Spinach and Feta is a quick and satisfying one-pan meal featuring golden pan-crisped gnocchi tossed with fresh spinach, garlic, and creamy feta. It’s a comforting vegetarian dinner that’s ready in just 25 minutes.
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)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the gnocchi according to the package instructions until they float to the surface, about 2–3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and let drain well.
- Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the cooked gnocchi and cook undisturbed for 2–3 minutes until golden and crispy on one side.
- Gently stir the gnocchi and cook for another 2–3 minutes until crispy on all sides.
- Reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
- Add the fresh spinach and cook, stirring, until wilted, about 2–3 minutes.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Remove from heat and stir in the crumbled feta until evenly combined. Serve immediately while warm and crispy.
Notes
Add cherry tomatoes for extra sweetness and color.
For more protein, stir in cooked chickpeas.
A squeeze of fresh lemon juice brightens the flavors.
For a creamier texture, add a spoonful of Greek yogurt or a splash of cream.
Substitute feta with goat cheese or shaved Parmesan if desired.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in a skillet for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan Fry
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
