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Gnocchi with Fresh Basil Pesto

Gnocchi with Fresh Basil Pesto

Gnocchi with Pesto is ridiculously easy and crazy flavorful! All you need is a package of potato gnocchi, fresh basil pesto, olive oil, salt, and pepper. I love gnocchi! Dressed with garlic butter, marinara, or now with fresh basil pesto. These little Italian dumplings may be cloud-like but they're also rich and hearty.

Author: The Urben Life

Meal Type: Peanuts Free

Cuisine: Italian

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Servings: 2 servings

Calories: 501 kcal per serving

Ingredients

  • 2 cups - fresh basil
  • ⅓ cup - pine nuts
  • ¼ cup - extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves - garlic
  • 1 tbsp - lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 package - potato gnocchi

Instructions

  1. Blend fresh basil, pine nuts, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper together in a food processor until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Cook gnocchi according to package directions. Once cooked, drain and return to pot. Turn the heat to low-medium and let brown on both sides.
  3. Pour fresh basil pesto into pot and toss to combine. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Energy: 501 kcal | Total Fat: 31 g | Saturated: 15 g | Trans: 0 g | Cholesterol: 40 mg | Total Carbs: 49 g | Fiber: 4 g | Sugars: 4 g | Proteins: 10 g | Sodium: 1,299 mg | Polyunsaturated: 11 g | Monounsaturated: 27 g

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