Description
Garlic Butter Gnocchi with Spinach is a comforting dish that combines fluffy gnocchi with rich garlic butter and vibrant spinach. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into an indulgent meal perfect for cozy evenings or entertaining guests. With its aromatic flavors and stunning presentation, this dish is sure to impress everyone at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh or frozen gnocchi
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the gnocchi in a large pot of salted boiling water until they float, about 2-3 minutes. Drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and olive oil together. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
- Toss the cooked gnocchi into the skillet with the garlic and spinach until well-coated.
- Season with salt, pepper, and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts slightly.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg