Lemon Gnocchi with Spinach and Peas

Health score
18%
Lemon Gnocchi with Spinach and Peas
20 min.
4
346kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Lemon Gnocchi with Spinach and Peas, a dish that perfectly balances freshness and comfort. This vibrant recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking just 20 minutes, but it also brings a burst of color and nutrition to your table. With its creamy texture and zesty lemon notes, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends, making it an ideal choice for a side dish, antipasti, or even a light starter.

The combination of tender gnocchi, fresh baby spinach, and sweet peas creates a harmonious blend that is both satisfying and refreshing. The addition of garlic and a hint of red-pepper flakes adds depth and warmth, while the grated Parmesan cheese brings a rich, savory finish. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking for a quick weeknight meal, this recipe is versatile enough to suit any occasion.

Not only is this dish delicious, but it also packs a nutritious punch, with a balanced caloric breakdown that makes it a guilt-free indulgence. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up a plate of Lemon Gnocchi with Spinach and Peas that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • cup peas frozen thawed (not )
  • ounces baby spinach packed
  •  garlic clove smashed
  • pound d gnocchi dried (preferably De Cecco)
  • 0.5 cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 1.5 teaspoons juice of lemon fresh
  • teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • 0.3 cup parmesan grated
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper dried hot

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • pot

Directions

  1. Simmer peas with cream, red-pepper flakes, garlic, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a 12-inch heavy skillet, covered, until tender, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add spinach and cook over medium-low heat, uncovered, stirring, until wilted.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in lemon zest and juice.
  4. Meanwhile, cook gnocchi in a pasta pot of boiling salted water (3 tablespoons salt for 6 quarts water) until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta-cooking water, then drain gnocchi.
  5. Add gnocchi to sauce with cheese and some of reserved cooking water and stir to coat. Thin with additional cooking water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts

Calories346kcal
Protein11.54%
Fat34.35%
Carbs54.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
50.33
Glycemic Load
27.19
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
15.960869535156%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.09mg
Hesperetin
0.27mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.16mg
Kaempferol
1.36mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
0.86mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:345.73kcal
17.29%
Fat:13.48g
20.74%
Saturated Fat:8.35g
52.21%
Carbohydrates:47.78g
15.93%
Net Carbohydrates:42.51g
15.46%
Sugar:3.15g
3.5%
Cholesterol:37.87mg
12.62%
Sodium:513.41mg
22.32%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.19g
20.37%
Vitamin K:112.89µg
107.51%
Vitamin A:2794.69IU
55.89%
Iron:5.31mg
29.51%
Vitamin C:22.26mg
26.98%
Fiber:5.27g
21.09%
Manganese:0.36mg
17.79%
Folate:66.94µg
16.73%
Calcium:148.98mg
14.9%
Phosphorus:111.93mg
11.19%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
9.85%
Magnesium:34.15mg
8.54%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.26%
Potassium:249.28mg
7.12%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.62%
Zinc:0.82mg
5.48%
Vitamin E:0.82mg
5.46%
Copper:0.1mg
5.05%
Vitamin B3:0.97mg
4.85%
Selenium:3.3µg
4.72%
Vitamin D:0.51µg
3.38%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
2.04%
Vitamin B5:0.17mg
1.65%
Source:Epicurious