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Creamy Gnocchi with Spinach and Feta Recipe | Healthy Dinner Inspiration

Creamy Gnocchi with Spinach and Feta

This cozy yet healthy dinner features soft potato gnocchi coated in a creamy sauce made with fresh spinach and salty feta. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's the perfect comforting meal for a chilly evening without sacrificing nutrition.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 package gnocchi fresh or packaged
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or milk
  • parmesan optional, for serving
  • salt, pepper, nutmeg to taste

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Pot
  • Strainer

Method
 

  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook gnocchi according to package instructions until they float to the top. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted and glossy.
  4. Pour in heavy cream and crumble in the feta cheese. Stir until melted and the sauce is creamy.
  5. Add cooked gnocchi to the skillet and stir gently to coat with the sauce.
  6. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg. Optionally, sprinkle with parmesan before serving.

Notes

You can substitute feta with goat cheese or ricotta. Frozen spinach works too – just thaw and drain it well. To store, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of milk.