Sheet Pan Gnocchi and Sausage
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
613 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Sheet Pan Gnocchi and Sausage
Description
This recipe calls for dry gnocchi, which crisp up nicely when roasted on a hot sheet pan with rounds of turkey kielbasa and grape tomatoes. The mixture is seasoned with minced garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and dried or fresh herbs. Baking at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 20 to 25 minutes allows the gnocchi to become tender inside and lightly golden outside, while the tomatoes burst and the sausage caramelizes slightly.
The optional herb dressing is blended from olive oil, water, lemon juice, garlic, fresh or dried herbs, and seasoning. Tossing fresh greens like baby spinach, kale, or arugula into the roasted mix right after baking wilts them lightly without cooking. This adds freshness and nutritional balance to the hearty components. The dish is flavorful with a mix of savory, tangy, and herbaceous notes and a texture contrast between soft gnocchi, crisp sausage edges, and juicy tomatoes.
Using fresh herbs such as parsley, cilantro, or dill in the dressing complements the roasted ingredients. The note suggests favorite dried herbs like Herbs de Provence, and greens can be varied based on preference. This meal works well as a simple dinner or lunch since cooking all in one pan limits cleanup and streamlines preparation.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces gnocchi dry
- 2 kielbasa sausage cut into 1/4-inch rounds, turkey
- 1 pint grape tomatoes
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper cracked
- ½ teaspoon dried herbs or 2 teaspoons fresh herbs, see note
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes crushed
- 1-2 cups greens see note, fresh
Herb Dressing (optional)
- ¾ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tablespoons lemon fresh-squeezed juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs like parsley, cilantro, dill, thyme, basil OR 1 teaspoon dried herb blend
- salt generous, to taste
- black pepper generous, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- On a large, rimmed sheet pan combine gnocchi, sausage, tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and herbs. Toss to combine, then spread out on the sheet pan.
- Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until gnocchi is tender and tomatoes burst.
- Combine dressing ingredients in a blender or food processor and pulse for 30 seconds.
- Remove from oven and toss the fresh greens in with the gnocchi and sausage mixture. Drizzle herb dressing over the top and serve.
Notes
- Use a mix of fresh herbs like parsley, cilantro, basil, thyme, or dill in the dressing for varied flavor profiles.
- Herbs de Provence is a good choice if using dried herbs.
- For greens, baby spinach, kale, or arugula work well to add freshness and balance to the dish.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 613 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 613kcal | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 46g | 71% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 31g | 155% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 42mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 1221mg | 51% |
| Potassium | 499mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1859IU | 37% |
| Vitamin C | 26mg | 29% |
| Calcium | 58mg | 6% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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