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A close-up of creamy gnocchi with spinach and feta cheese in a black skillet, garnished with red pepper flakes.

Creamy Gnocchi with Spinach and Feta Recipe

This recipe offers a flavorful and satisfying gnocchi dish that is suitable for those with gluten intolerance or diabetes. It combines tender gnocchi with fresh spinach, salty feta, and bright herbs for a delicious meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Spinach Mixture
  • 5 ounces baby spinach
  • 1/2 cup Greek feta, crumbled about 1/2 cup
  • 1/2 lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • Salt
For the Gnocchi
  • 1 (16- to 17-ounce) package potato gnocchi shelf-stable, fresh or frozen
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 2 scallions thinly sliced
  • 1 big handful chopped dill
  • 1 big handful chopped mint
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup Greek feta, crumbled remaining crumbled feta
  • 1/2 lemon juice remaining lemon juice
  • Pepper

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • 12-inch cast-iron or nonstick skillet

Method
 

  1. Place the spinach into a large bowl. Add half of the feta, juice of ½ lemon, 1 tablespoon of olive oil and a big pinch of salt. Rub the ingredients vigorously into the spinach to tenderize it. Leave to sit and soften further while you cook the gnocchi.
  2. Heat a large (about 12-inch) cast-iron or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the gnocchi to the pan, breaking up any that are stuck together. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, tossing every 2 minutes, until golden and crispy all over. Allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes; they will further crisp as they cool.
  3. Add the gnocchi to the spinach, along with the red pepper, scallions, dill and mint. Drizzle with about 2 tablespoons of olive oil, add the remaining crumbled feta and toss to combine. Squeeze the remaining lemon juice over top and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This recipe can be adapted for dietary needs. For a gluten-free option, ensure you use gluten-free gnocchi. For a diabetic-friendly meal, be mindful of portion sizes and the natural sugars in the lemon juice.

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