Cauliflower Gnocchi with Pesto Sauce - Vegetarian

The Cauliflower Gnocchi with Pesto Sauce marries the delightful textures of pillowy gnocchi with the vibrant, herbaceous flavor of fresh pesto. Each tender bite of gnocchi is coated with a smooth and velvety pesto, made from fragrant basil, tangy Parmesan, and crunchy pine nuts, creating a rich and satisfying taste experience.

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Temps de préparation 15

Temps de cuisson 10

Temps total 25

Type de plat Main Course

Cuisine Italian

Portions servings

Calories 420 kcal

Ingrédients

1 pound cauliflower gnocchi

2 cups fresh basil leaves

1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

1/4 cup pine nuts

2 cloves garlic

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

Cook the cauliflower gnocchi according to package instructions, then set aside.
In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, and garlic. Pulse until finely chopped.
With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil and blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
In a large saucepan, gently heat the pesto sauce over low heat until warm.
Add the cooked gnocchi to the saucepan and toss to coat evenly in the pesto sauce.
Add the cherry tomatoes and lemon juice, then gently mix to combine.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition (per 100g)

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Cauliflower Gnocchi with Pesto Sauce – Vegetarian