Description
Enjoy the delightful combination of crispy pan-fried gnocchi, vibrant spinach, and tangy feta cheese in this quick and flavorful recipe for Crispy Gnocchi with Spinach and Feta.
Ingredients
Gnocchi:
- 1 pound gnocchi
Spinach and Feta Mixture:
- 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, for heat)
Instructions
- Boil Gnocchi: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add gnocchi and cook until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and drain.
- Crisp Gnocchi: Heat olive oil in a pan, add gnocchi, and cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Stir and cook on all sides.
- Add Spinach and Feta: Reduce heat, add garlic, sauté, then add spinach. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Remove from heat.
- Combine and Serve: Stir in feta cheese and serve hot on plates.
Notes
- For a variation, consider adding cherry tomatoes or other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.
- Ensure the pan is adequately hot before adding gnocchi for the perfect crispiness.
- You can swap spinach with kale or Swiss chard for a different flavor.
- This dish is best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 1-2 days. Reheat on a pan for maintained crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
