Description
Spinach Ricotta Gnocchi, a beloved dish from Italy’s Piemonte region, are light, pillowy dumplings made with fresh spinach, creamy ricotta, and Parmesan cheese. These delicate gnocchi are quick to prepare and are perfect served with a simple butter and sage sauce or a light tomato sauce. Keywords: spinach ricotta gnocchi, gnocchi from Piemonte, homemade Italian gnocchi, vegetarian gnocchi recipe.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup ricotta cheese, drained
- 1 cup cooked spinach, squeezed dry and finely chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 3 tablespoons butter (for sauce)
- 6–8 fresh sage leaves (optional, for sauce)
- Extra Parmesan, for serving
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta, spinach, Parmesan, egg, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Gradually add the flour, stirring until a soft dough forms (it should be slightly sticky but manageable).
- Lightly flour a work surface. Divide dough into 4 portions and roll each into a rope about 1/2 inch thick.
- Cut ropes into 1-inch pieces to form gnocchi. Lightly dust with flour to prevent sticking.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Add gnocchi in batches and cook until they float to the top, about 2–3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add sage leaves and cook until butter is golden and sage is crispy.
- Toss the cooked gnocchi in the butter sauce.
- Serve immediately, sprinkled with extra Parmesan.
Notes
- Be careful not to overwork the dough, or the gnocchi may become tough.
- Drain ricotta and squeeze spinach very well to avoid a wet dough.
- These gnocchi can be frozen on a baking sheet and stored for up to 1 month.
- Also delicious with a simple tomato sauce or browned butter and nutmeg.
Nutrition
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
