Sweet Potato Gnocchi Recipe (Video)

 

 

Typically gnocchi is one of those recipes that people can make it or they can’t. Is the potato riced or fluffy? Is it dry enough? Is it too dry? Plus, there’s the concern of too much starch when you’re trying to track calories and macros. Well, sweet potatoes are here for the rescue! With just two simple ingredients you can enjoy a foolproof gnocchi that is loaded with health benefits!

Ingredients

• 1 large sweet potato
• 3/4 cup all purpose flour
• Optional: 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp nutmeg, fresh cracked pepper

Instructions

Poke holes in the skin of the sweet potato using a fork or the tip of a knife. Microwave, with the skin on, for 10 minutes. Slice open and scoop out the center. Mash well using a fork. Add flour and mix using the same fork. Knead for 2-3 minutes on a lightly floured surface. Roll out into a rope that is about 1/2″ thick. Cut into 1/4″ pieces. Lightly roll across the tines of a fork to create grooves. Bring water to a boil, reduce to simmer, and carefully place gnocchi in the water. Once they float they are cooked! It is about 1-2 minutes of cook time only.

Keep your gnocchi topping simple: 3 cloves minced garlic, 1 Tbl olive oil, 2 handfuls of raw spinach, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Heat the oil and add garlic. Saute for 1 minute to cut the rawness of the garlic but not scorch or brown it. Add the spinach and stir until it wilts and is softened. Add cooked gnocchi and sprinkle on Parmesan.

If you are eating this on its own it will be two satisfying servings. If you add a protein like a lean meat, beans, or tofu you can get even more servings.

 

 

Nutrient information provided using Lose It! App

Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Spinach

Servings 2 |  319 Calories per Serving

37g carbs; 5g protein; 0mg cholesterol; 7.1g fat; 1g fiber; 16mg sodium; 0g sugar

 

 

*Bonus points for getting a “butter board” to make a more photogenic gnocchi. You can pick one up from an Italian grocery store, or online, for about $5. However, a fork works great and it gives that rustic look.