One of the easiest ways to prepare dinner on lazy weeknights is to cook pasta. Adding vegetables to this dish makes it a healthier and more attractive option. So, if you are a pasta lover, try our delicious recipe for pan-fried gnocchi with broccoli and pepitas, and pea pesto.
Pan-Fried Gnocchi with Broccoli and Pepitas, and Pea Pesto
Serves: 4
Preparation: 10 minutes
Cooking: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
- 400 g gnocchi
- 1 head broccoli, cut into florets
- 2 spring onions, sliced
- 100 g baby peas
- 4 tbsp pepitas, toasted
- 4 tbsp almond flakes, toasted
- 4 tbsp roasted unsalted cashews
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp chilli flakes
Directions:
Step 1
Soak the vegetables in a baking soda solution for 15 minutes, then rinse and dry.
Step 2
Bring a pot of filtered salted water to a boil over medium heat. Add the gnocchi and cook for 1 minute. Drain and set aside to slightly dry.
Step 3
Heat 2 teaspoons of oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the pepitas and almonds and cook, stirring, for 2-3 minutes or until toasted. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
Step 4
Heat 2 teaspoons of oil in the same pan. Add the gnocchi and half of the chilli. Cook the gnocchi until golden brown, then transfer to a bowl with pepitas.
Step 5
Add broccoli and ½ cup of filtered water to the same pan. Cover and cook for 1-2 minutes or until the water evaporates. Uncover and add 2 teaspoons of oil. Cook, stirring, for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Return the gnocchi to the pan and season to taste. Cook for 1-2 minutes or until heated through.
Step 6
For the pesto, add peas, half of the pepita mixture, onion, cashews, remaining oil, and 2 tablespoons of warm filtered water to a food processor and process until almost smooth, scraping down the sides occasionally. Top the gnocchi with half of the pepita and pea pesto. Sprinkle with the remaining pepita mixture, remaining chilli, and the remaining pepita and pea pesto.
Step 7
Divide the gnocchi among the serving plates and drizzle with the remaining pesto.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve with grilled halloumi cheese slices
- Serve with Greek yogurt, traditional style
Tips:
- Replace the peas with rocket leaves
- Store leftover gnocchi in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
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