Light Spinach Ricotta Gnocchi

Delightfully light yet satisfyingly indulgent, this Spinach Ricotta Gnocchi recipe is a must-try for lovers of Italian comfort food. Crafted with fresh spinach, creamy ricotta, and a hint of nutmeg, these pillowy dumplings are perfect for a quick midweek dinner or an elegant dinner party. With only 20 minutes of preparation time, these gnocchi are gently boiled until tender and then finished in a luxurious sage butter sauce that highlights their delicate flavors. Serve them with a sprinkle of Parmesan for a final touch of savory richness. Perfect for vegetarians, this recipe offers a wholesome, homemade alternative to store-bought pasta and will transport your taste buds straight to the heart of Italy.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Fresh spinach
• 250 grams Ricotta cheese
• 50 grams Parmesan cheese, finely grated
• 1 large Eggs
• 100 grams All-purpose flour
• 0.25 teaspoons Nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 50 grams Salted butter
• 10 leaves Fresh sage leaves

Directions

Step 1

Wash the spinach thoroughly and blanch it in boiling water for 1-2 minutes, until wilted. Immediately transfer to a bowl of iced water to stop the cooking.

Step 2

Drain the spinach and squeeze out as much water as possible. Roughly chop the spinach.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, chopped spinach, egg, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Gradually add the flour to the mixture and gently fold until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overwork the dough, as it will result in dense gnocchi.

Step 5

Lightly flour a clean work surface and your hands. Roll out small portions of the dough into thin logs about 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter.

Step 6

Cut the logs into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces to form the gnocchi. Optionally, you can roll each piece over the back of a fork to create ridges.

Step 7

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gnocchi in small batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Cook until the gnocchi float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to a plate.

Step 8

In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sage leaves and cook until the butter is golden and fragrant.

Step 9

Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet and gently toss to coat them in the sage butter sauce.

Step 10

Serve immediately with an extra sprinkling of Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(709.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1430.4

Total Fat 87.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 53.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 486.6mg	0%
Sodium 2738.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 102.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.3g	0%
Total Sugars 1.1g
Protein 69.6g	0%

Vitamin D 66IU	0%
Calcium 1855.9mg	0%
Iron 13.7mg	0%
Potassium 536.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.3%

Protein: 18.9%

Carbs: 27.8%