Gnocchi With Lemon & Chive Pesto
This flavorful and vibrant pesto gnocchi is an effortless dish that will delight your taste buds with its herbaceous notes and zesty citrus kick. The aromatic blend of garlic, parsley, chives, pine nuts, Parmesan, and lemon creates a refreshing and satisfying sauce that beautifully coats pillowy gnocchi. It's a quick and easy recipe that is perfect for a speedy weeknight dinner or a light and fulfilling meal any day of the week. Enjoy the fresh flavors and simple elegance of this pesto gnocchi dish!
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 garlic clove , finely chopped
- small bunch parsley , finely chopped
- small bunch chives , snipped
- 2 tbsp toasted pine nuts , roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan , or vegetarian alternative, plus extra for serving
- zest and juice 1 lemon
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 500g pack gnocchi
Instructions
- Place the garlic, herbs, pine nuts, cheese and lemon zest in a small bowl, season well, then stir in the olive oil and lemon juice. Set aside.
- Cook the gnocchi in a pan of salted boiling water following pack instructions, then drain well. Tip into a serving bowl and toss through the pesto. Serve with extra grated Parmesan, if you like.
Cook Time
5M
Prep Time
PT10M
Yield
Serves 2
Nutrition
- Calories: 667 calories
- Fat Content: 32 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 6 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 85 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 5 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 4 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 15 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 2.7 milligram of sodium
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