Spring Green Vegetable Gnocchi
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
2 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
7 mins
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Servings
2 people
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Calories
358 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Spring Green Vegetable Gnocchi
Description
This Spring Green Vegetable Gnocchi integrates tender gnocchi simmered alongside chopped asparagus and frozen peas. After cooking, artichoke hearts, fresh lemon juice and zest, low-fat crème fraîche, wholegrain mustard, mature cheddar, and finely chopped fresh mint are stirred in. The sauce balances creamy, tangy, and herbaceous notes, complementing the fresh spring vegetables and gnocchi's pillowy texture. Seasoned with sea salt and black pepper, the dish provides a mild yet uplifting flavor profile.
It serves well as a light main course or vegetarian dish. Adding grilled salmon or chicken increases protein content and makes the meal heartier. The dish also accommodates ingredient swaps, such as vegetarian parmesan for added richness or substituting the sauce base with tomato for different flavor.
The recipe requires minimal cooking time, using simmering and mixing to combine ingredients efficiently. Fresh herbs and lemon zest brighten the overall taste, while the cheddar adds subtle sharpness.
Ingredients
- 250 g gnocchi
- 8 asparagus chopped into quarters, spears
- 150 g peas frozen
- 1 artichoke hearts chopped, canned
- 1 lemon (juice and zest)
- 4 tablespoon crème fraîche heaped, 0% fat
- 2 tablespoon wholegrain mustard
- 40 g cheddar cheese mature, light
- 2 tablespoon mint finely chopped, fresh
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Add 250 g Gnocchi, 8 Asparagus spears and 150 g Frozen peas to a pan of boiling water and simmer for 4-5 minutes.
- Drain and then return to the pan and add 1 Can of artichoke hearts, juice and zest of 1 Lemon, 4 tablespoon 0% crème fraîche, 2 tablespoon Wholegrain mustard, 40 g Mature light cheddar, 2 tablespoon Fresh mint and 1 pinch Sea salt and ground black pepper. Mix well and divide between two bowl and serve
Notes
- For a more substantial meal, add grilled salmon or chicken to increase protein content.
- Incorporate vegetarian parmesan or mature cheddar into the sauce for a richer texture.
- The creamy sauce can be substituted with a tomato-based sauce for an alternative flavor profile.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 358 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 358kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 59g | 20% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 936mg | 39% |
| Potassium | 153mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 600IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 27.2mg | 30% |
| Calcium | 570mg | 57% |
| Iron | 2.9mg | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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