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Creamy Vegan Gnocchi Skillet

A delicious one-pan dish featuring fluffy potato gnocchi in a rich coconut-based sauce, with cherry tomatoes and spinach for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Vegan
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 16 oz potato gnocchi
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 cup canned coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Boil the Gnocchi: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gnocchi and cook per package instructions or until they float to the top. Drain and set aside.
  2. Sauté the Onion: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Toss in Tomatoes: Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook until they begin to soften, approximately 3 minutes.
  5. Add Spinach: Toss in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, stirring occasionally.
  6. Crisp the Gnocchi: Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, and sauté the cooked gnocchi for 2-3 minutes until slightly crisp.
  7. Combine Everything: Pour in the coconut milk, stirring well to combine with the vegetables and gnocchi.
  8. Season and Simmer: Stir in the nutritional yeast, dried Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  9. Serve Hot: Garnish with fresh basil leaves and enjoy!

Notes

This dish can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Add a splash of water or coconut milk when reheating to keep the creamy consistency.