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Rocket Pesto Gnocchi: A Vegan Comfort Dish to Savor


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Description

Soft, pillowy gnocchi tossed in a vibrant and zesty rocket pesto creates the ultimate vegan comfort dish. This recipe is easy, nutritious, and bursting with flavor, perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

Gnocchi:

  • 400g (14.1oz) potatoes
  • 140g (5oz) plain flour
  • ½ tsp dried sage
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Pesto:

  • 2 garlic cloves
  • Handful of rocket (arugula)
  • Handful of basil
  • 3 tbsp pine nuts
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice from 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Toppings:

  • 1 tbsp vegan spread
  • 150g (5.3oz) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Handful of mixed salad leaves

Instructions

 

1. Prepare the Potatoes

  1. Peel and chop potatoes into 3cm (1-inch) pieces.
  2. Boil in salted water for 15 minutes or until soft.
  3. Drain and allow to steam dry for a few minutes.

2. Make the Gnocchi Dough

  1. Mash potatoes until smooth.
  2. Mix in nutritional yeast, sage, salt, and pepper.
  3. Gradually add flour while kneading gently to form a smooth dough.

3. Shape the Gnocchi

  1. Divide dough into two portions and roll into long sausages (3cm/1 inch thick).
  2. Slice into 2cm (about ⅓ inch) pieces and shape using the back of a fork to create grooves.

4. Cook the Gnocchi

  1. Boil a large pot of water and cook gnocchi until they float to the surface.
  2. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

5. Fry the Gnocchi

  1. Heat vegan spread in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Fry gnocchi for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.

6. Make the Rocket Pesto

  1. Toast pine nuts in a dry pan.
  2. Blend garlic, rocket, basil, toasted pine nuts, olive oil, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper until smooth.

7. Combine and Serve

  1. Add cherry tomatoes to the pan and cook for 2 minutes.
  2. Mix gnocchi with pesto and salad leaves.
  3. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for the best gnocchi texture.
  • Toasting pine nuts intensifies their flavor.

Adjust the pesto consistency by adding more olive oil if needed

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Boiling, Frying
  • Cuisine: Italian-inspired