Gnocchi with Spinach and Feta
A delicious and comforting dish featuring soft gnocchi tossed with fresh spinach and tangy feta cheese, perfect for a quick and wholesome meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g potato gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 200g fresh spinach
- 150g feta cheese, crumbled
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the gnocchi according to package instructions until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet and gently toss to combine with the spinach and garlic.
- Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the crumbled feta cheese until evenly distributed.
- Serve warm, optionally sprinkling with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For an extra creamy texture, add a splash of cream or a dollop of ricotta cheese before serving.