Low Carb Gnocchi with Cream Sauce

Indulge in a comforting and keto-friendly twist on a classic Italian favorite with this Low Carb Gnocchi with Cream Sauce. Made with ricotta cheese and almond flour, these delicate, pillowy gnocchi are perfectly tender and naturally gluten-free. A luscious cream sauce, enriched with fresh spinach, aromatic basil, and a hint of nutmeg, elevates the dish to a restaurant-quality experience—all in under 40 minutes! This recipe is perfect for those seeking a low-carb alternative to traditional pasta while maintaining rich, satisfying flavors. Serve it as a hearty main dish or an impressive side, and don’t forget to sprinkle on some extra Parmesan for the ultimate finishing touch! Keywords: keto gnocchi, low-carb pasta, gluten-free gnocchi, cream sauce recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 cup almond flour
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 0.25 cup fresh basil
• 0.125 teaspoon nutmeg

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, ground black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 2

Mix the ingredients thoroughly until a dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add a bit more almond flour.

Step 3

On a clean surface, roll the dough into long ropes, about 1/2 inch thick. Cut into 1-inch pieces to form gnocchi.

Step 4

Bring a large pot of salted water to boil.

Step 5

Add the gnocchi to the boiling water. Cook until the gnocchi float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 6

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.

Step 7

Add the heavy cream and stir constantly until the sauce begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 8

Add fresh spinach to the cream sauce and cook until wilted.

Step 9

Stir in the fresh basil and nutmeg, then add cooked gnocchi to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with the cream sauce.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnishing with additional grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(705.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1977.9

Total Fat 176.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 79.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 628.8mg	0%
Sodium 2315.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.0g	0%
Total Sugars 4.1g
Protein 72.1g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 1746.8mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 335.6mg	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: 78.2%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 7.7%