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Creamy Gnocchi with Spinach and Feta

Creamy Gnocchi with Spinach and Feta

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Creamy Gnocchi with Spinach and Feta is a hassle-free, one-pan dish that brings together the delightful textures of crispy gnocchi, fresh spinach, and tangy feta cheese. Ideal for busy weeknights or special dinners, this recipe showcases vibrant flavors in just 30 minutes. With minimal cleanup required, it’s a favorite among home cooks who appreciate both taste and convenience.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

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

Instructions

  1. Lightly crush fennel seeds in a pestle and mortar.
  2. Toast pine nuts in a frying pan over medium-high heat until lightly browned; set aside.
  3. In the same pan, heat butter and olive oil. Add fresh gnocchi and fry until golden brown on all sides; remove from pan.
  4. Sauté crushed fennel seeds for about two minutes until fragrant, then add chili and garlic; cook until aromatic.
  5. Stir in chopped tomatoes and cook until softened.
  6. Add baby spinach to the pan; cook until wilted.
  7. Reduce heat, return gnocchi to the pan, and stir in crumbled feta.
  8. Serve immediately topped with toasted pine nuts and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Author: Tisha
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg