Low Carb Gnocchi alla Romana

Indulge in a comforting Italian classic with a low-carb twist—Low Carb Gnocchi alla Romana. This recipe swaps traditional semolina with a flavorful blend of ricotta cheese and almond flour, creating pillowy bites that are gluten-free and keto-friendly while retaining the dish's signature richness. Enhanced with Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, and black pepper, these golden rounds are baked to perfection and finished with a luxurious drizzle of melted butter and crispy sage leaves. Ready in under an hour, this dish combines ease with elegance, making it a perfect choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Served warm with a golden top and aromatic herb garnish, this low-carb version of Gnocchi alla Romana is as indulgent as it is wholesome.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Ricotta cheese
• 120 grams Almond flour
• 60 grams Parmesan cheese
• 2 large Eggs
• 50 grams Unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 5 leaves Fresh sage leaves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, almond flour, and half of the Parmesan cheese (30 grams). Mix until well combined.

Step 3

Add the eggs to the bowl and mix until the ingredients form a smooth dough-like consistency.

Step 4

Stir in the salt, nutmeg, and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 5

Place the dough on a well-floured surface (using almond flour) and roll it into a log approximately 5 cm in diameter. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.

Step 6

Once firm, cut the log into 1 cm thick slices and arrange the slices on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 7

Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Pour the melted butter over the gnocchi slices, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 8

Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese on top of the gnocchi slices.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and the cheese has melted.

Step 10

In the last 5 minutes of baking, add the sage leaves to the baking sheet to crisp up.

Step 11

Once baked, remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.

Step 12

Serve the Low Carb Gnocchi alla Romana warm, garnished with the crispy sage leaves.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(586.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1802.2

Total Fat 156.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 689.3mg	0%
Sodium 1968.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.9g	0%
Total Sugars 5.3g
Protein 86.5g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 1906.3mg	0%
Iron 7.3mg	0%
Potassium 427.8mg	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: 72.7%

Protein: 17.9%

Carbs: 9.4%