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Pesto Gnocchi

A quick, vibrant gnocchi dish tossed with pesto, sauteed vegetables, and topped with pine nuts and Parmesan.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 16 ounces potato gnocchi
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 cup zucchini diced
  • 1/2 cup yellow pepper chopped
  • 1/4 cup pesto sauce
  • 1 cup tomatoes chopped
  • pine nuts toasted, for topping
  • Parmesan cheese shredded, for topping (optional)

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Skillet
  • Colander
  • Spatula or spoon

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the potato gnocchi according to package directions until they float and are tender; drain in a colander.
  2. While the gnocchi cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the diced zucchini and chopped yellow pepper to the skillet and saute until tender, about 4–6 minutes.
  4. Reduce heat to low, stir the pesto into the skillet, then add the drained gnocchi and gently toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
  5. Stir in the chopped tomatoes just until warmed through, being careful not to break them apart.
  6. Serve topped with toasted pine nuts and shredded Parmesan cheese if using.

Notes

  • Use store-bought or homemade pesto.
  • Toast pine nuts in a dry skillet until golden and fragrant.
  • Adjust pesto amount to taste.
  • Cook gnocchi just until they float to avoid overcooking.