Spinach Gnocchi

Delicate homemade gnocchi made with spinach, ricotta, and parmesan cheese. These light and fluffy dumplings are a perfect vegetarian main dish that can be served fresh or frozen for later use.

4 servings
1 hr 41 min

Ingredients

  • 10 ounces block frozen chopped spinach
  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
  • cup parmesan cheese
  • 1 whole egg yolk
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2 tablespoons flour

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Defrost the brick of frozen spinach (you can also do this in the microwave).

    15 min

  2. 2.

    Squeeze ALL (and I mean ALL) of the water out of the spinach in small handfuls (I use my hands and do it over a bowl to make sure I don't lose any spinach).

    10 min

  3. 3.

    Place all of the ingredients in a food processor and pulse. You want to make sure the spinach is in tiny pieces and the mixture is thoroughly combined.

    5 min

  4. 4.

    Dust your hands with a little flour so the mixture doesn't stick to your hands.

    1 min

  5. 5.

    Take 1 teaspoon of the spinach mixture and roll into tiny balls. Place on a plate covered with waxed paper or parchment.

    20 min

  6. 6.

    Bring a large pot of water to a boil for cooking the gnocchi.

    10 min

  7. 7.

    Add the gnocchi to the water in batches and cook for 3 minutes or until they rise to the surface.

    3 min

  8. 8.

    Using a slotted spoon, remove the gnocchi to a plate or bowl.

    2 min

  9. 9.

    Sprinkle with parmesan cheese, cool and serve.

    5 min

  10. 10.

    To Freeze: After step 5, place on sheet tray and freeze for 30 minutes. Transfer to a ziploc bag, label and freeze up to 4 months. When ready, thaw to room temperature and follow steps 6-9.

    30 min