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Creamy Pesto Veggie Gnocchi: A Flavorful Delight

Creamy Pesto Veggie Gnocchi: A Flavorful Delight in 30 Minutes

Enjoy the ease and satisfaction of Creamy Pesto Veggie Gnocchi, a vibrant and flavorful dish made in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gnocchi Base
  • 1 package Gnocchi Fresh or store-bought
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream High-quality for best flavor
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Pesto Sauce Homemade or store-bought
For the Veggies
  • 1 medium Zucchini Sliced thin
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Mixed colors
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil High-quality extra virgin preferred
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • large skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Chef's knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather all ingredients. Chop zucchini and bell peppers, halve cherry tomatoes, and grate Parmesan cheese.
  2. Bring salted water to a boil in a large pot. Cook gnocchi for 2-3 minutes until they float. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté zucchini and bell peppers for 5-7 minutes until tender.
  4. Add halved cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until softened.
  5. Pour in heavy cream, stir to combine, then add pesto sauce and let simmer on low heat for 5 minutes.
  6. Fold in the cooked gnocchi and cook for another 2-3 minutes over low heat until well coated.
  7. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the mixture and stir until melted and creamy.
  8. Serve warm, garnishing with extra Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 490mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, use high-quality ingredients. Customize by adding proteins or different vegetables as desired.

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