Crispy Gnocchi with Spinach & Feta Recipe – Easy Dinner!
Crispy Gnocchi With Spinach And Feta is a delightful dish that combines the golden crunch of pan-fried gnocchi with the earthy flavors of fresh spinach and tangy feta cheese. This quick and easy recipe transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet meal perfect for any weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- Shelf-stable potato gnocchi
- Fresh baby spinach
- Crumbled feta cheese
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Freshly minced garlic
- Cherry tomatoes (optional)
- Lemon zest
- Fresh lemon juice
- Salt
- Freshly cracked black pepper
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat and add about 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Once the oil shimmers, add the gnocchi in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 3-5 minutes until golden-brown on the bottom.
- Flip the gnocchi and continue cooking for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crispy all over. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Reduce the heat to medium and add another tablespoon of olive oil if the pan is dry.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30-60 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add the fresh baby spinach to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until wilted and tender, about 2-3 minutes.
- If using cherry tomatoes, add them now and cook for another 2-3 minutes until they soften and burst slightly.
- Return the crispy gnocchi to the pan with the spinach mixture, and add the crumbled feta cheese, lemon zest, and fresh lemon juice.
- If using red pepper flakes, add them now and toss everything gently to combine.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, then serve immediately while the gnocchi are crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Keywords: To achieve the best crispiness, do not overcrowd the pan while cooking the gnocchi. Use enough olive oil and start with medium-high heat for the initial sear.