Crispy Gnocchi with Cherry Tomato Sauce
Crispy gnocchi with cherry tomato sauce is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines golden-brown, crunchy gnocchi with a sweet and tangy cherry tomato sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests at gatherings. With fresh ingredients and a quick cooking process, you’ll create a delightful meal that evokes warm memories of family gatherings and laughter. Enjoy the burst of flavors in every bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound store-bought gnocchi
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot and add salt. Cook gnocchi until they float (about 2-3 minutes), then drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Add halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook until softened (5-7 minutes).
- Push tomatoes aside; add drained gnocchi to the skillet. Sear for 3-4 minutes until golden brown on one side.
- Toss in fresh basil and red pepper flakes, mixing gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute cherry tomatoes with sun-dried tomatoes or toss in spinach. For extra creaminess, sprinkle more Parmesan cheese before serving.