Low Sodium Pesto Gnocchi

Indulge in the vibrant, herbaceous flavors of this Low Sodium Pesto Gnocchi, a lighter twist on a classic Italian favorite! This recipe pairs pillowy potato gnocchi with a homemade pesto sauce crafted from fragrant fresh basil, heart-healthy unsalted walnuts, and a hint of zesty lemon juice, all blended to perfection without the need for added salt. Tossed with sautéed cherry tomatoes and tender baby spinach, this dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a quick yet satisfying weeknight dinner. Perfectly balanced in taste and texture, this low sodium recipe ensures you can enjoy a comforting, flavor-packed meal that's as nutritious as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 16 ounces Potato gnocchi
• 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 cup Unsalted walnuts
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 units Garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 2 cups Baby spinach

Directions

Step 1

Bring a pot of water to a boil for the gnocchi. While waiting, prepare the pesto.

Step 2

In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, unsalted walnuts, grated Parmesan cheese, and garlic cloves. Pulse until the ingredients are coarsely chopped.

Step 3

With the processor running, slowly stream in the extra-virgin olive oil until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Add the lemon juice and black pepper to the pesto and pulse a few more times to incorporate. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Set aside.

Step 5

Once the water boils, add the potato gnocchi and cook according to the package instructions, typically about 2-3 minutes or until they float to the surface.

Step 6

Meanwhile, halve the cherry tomatoes and lightly sauté them in a pan over medium heat for about 3 minutes until they are slightly softened.

Step 7

Add the baby spinach to the pan with tomatoes and cook until just wilted, approximately 1-2 minutes.

Step 8

Drain the gnocchi once cooked and add them to the pan with the tomatoes and spinach.

Step 9

Add the prepared pesto sauce to the pan and toss everything together until the gnocchi and vegetables are well coated.

Step 10

Serve immediately, garnishing with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(911.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2179.7

Total Fat 191.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.2g
Cholesterol 101.6mg	0%
Sodium 1664.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 98.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.2g	0%
Total Sugars 10.2g
Protein 32.2g	0%

Vitamin D 36.3IU	0%
Calcium 514.8mg	0%
Iron 9.3mg	0%
Potassium 1408.2mg	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: 76.7%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 17.5%