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 a delightful culinary experience with 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 flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. Imagine tender gnocchi, lightly coated in a creamy sauce, complemented by the bright notes of lemon and the earthy richness of spinach and peas.

Whether you're looking for a side dish to elevate your dinner or a light starter to impress your guests, this dish fits the bill beautifully. The combination of fresh lemon juice and zest adds a refreshing zing, while the grated Parmesan brings a savory depth that ties all the elements together. Plus, with only 346 calories per serving, you can enjoy this delicious meal without any guilt.

Perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to elegant gatherings, Lemon Gnocchi with Spinach and Peas is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. So gather your ingredients, and let’s create a dish that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate!

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