30-Minute Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato and Spinach Gnocchi
30-Minute Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato and Spinach Gnocchi is the perfect weeknight meal, blending pillowy gnocchi with a rich, creamy sauce featuring tangy sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach. Ready in just half an hour, this dish strikes a balance between indulgence and convenience, making it ideal for busy nights or impressing guests at your dinner table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound store-bought gnocchi
- 1 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil gnocchi in a large pot of salted water until they float (2-3 minutes). Drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté minced garlic in olive oil for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes; cook for 2 minutes before adding spinach. Sauté until wilted.
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring; simmer gently. Add Parmesan cheese and mix until melted.
- Fold cooked gnocchi into the creamy mixture to coat well.
- Serve on plates, garnished with extra Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Boost protein by adding grilled chicken or shrimp. Swap spinach for kale or arugula for an extra flavor kick. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently with a splash of cream.