This summer gnocchi skillet is full of fresh vegetables and chewy pillows of gnocchi. It only takes one pan and can come together in half an hour.
I really like gnocchi but Will isn't such a fan so we don't eat it very often.
Sometimes, like on the day we had this skillet or when I make this salmon gnocchi, I just buy it in the hope I'll convince Will that it's actually super yummy. With this meal I think I might just have convinced him.
At least, he ate it all and then declared he liked this better than the last time we had gnocchi. I'm taking that as a win.
This summer gnocchi skillet combines some fresh summer vegetables including courgette and tomatoes with chewy pillows of gnocchi and a sprinkling of parmesan and basil.
It's also all made in one pan (ok, ok, apart from the one you need to cook the gnocchi in) which makes it perfect for a summer evening when you don't want to be spending hours washing up (not that you want to spend hours doing that on any day I guess).
For reals I am loving this summer feeling. I'm actually a little scared that it's going to be August next week.
I know that everyone in the whole world says this but time just goes so fast.
This year has probably been my speediest year yet, it will be Christmas any second so I need to take advantage of eating as many tomatoes and courgettes that actually taste of something while I still can.
Related: Try this caprese toasts recipe for another easy summer dinner!
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WONDERING WHAT TO DO WITH THE LEFTOVER INGREDIENTS YOU’VE GOT FROM MAKING THIS SUMMER GNOCCHI SKILLET?
If you’re anything like me then you’re always looking for ways to save money and avoid food waste so I want to make sure you’ve get plenty of ideas on how to use up any ingredients that are leftover from my recipes!
Caprese Pasta Salad with Basil Dressing
Use up leftover cherry tomatoes and basil in this summery pasta salad!
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Or you could use up tomatoes in this cheesy summer comfort food!
Recipe
Summer Gnocchi Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
- 1 Red Onion chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic chopped
- 1 Courgette (Zucchini) chopped
- 250 g Cherry Tomatoes halved
- Handful Olives halved
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 500 g Gnocchi
- Fresh Basil chopped
- 25 g Parmesan grated
- 150 g Mozzarella sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven for 200°C. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over a medium heat and put a pan of salted water on to heat up for cooking the gnocchi. Add the onion to the oil and fry for a few minutes before adding the garlic.
- Put the gnocchi in the water and cook according to package instructions. Once the garlic has been in the pan for 2 minutes add the courgette and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Add the tomatoes, olives and cooked gnocchi along with the oregano and a sprinkling of salt and pepper.
- Cook everything for a few minutes then remove from the heat. Top with the mozzarella slices and place in the oven for 10 minutes to allow the mozzarella to melt. Serve topped with chopped basil and a good shaving of parmesan.
Joy Dauble says
I love this recipe. I’ve made it several times now & it never disappoints. I’m forever trying new recipes & rarely remake things unless I truly love them. Thanks for providing one for me to come back to again & again. My husband enjoys it too!
Amy says
That's so wonderful to hear, thanks Joy!
Sarah Jayne Taylor says
Hi, i was just wondering if you are able to freeze this recipe please
Amy says
Hi Sarah, you could freeze this recipe if you like although the gnocchi can change texture slightly once defrosted so I would recommend avoiding freezing if possible 🙂
Jacqui Bellefontaine says
This looks so delicious I think Gnocchi is so under rated.
Amy says
Thank you!
camila says
WOW this gnocchi is just perfect! love all the delicious veggies here!! So YUM!!!
Amy says
Thanks so much!
Lisa Huff says
Love that you added so many summer veggies to this! Perfect for summer!
Amy says
Thanks Lisa!
Amy Nash says
I get stuck in a rut for how to prepare gnocchi but this looks like such a great dinner that I'm going to definitely have to give this a try! My family loves it and I like the colorful presentation and veggies you have added!
Amy says
Thanks Amy 🙂
Whitney says
I love gnocchi! This looks so fresh and perfect for summer 🙂
Amy says
Thanks Whitney!
Kate | The Veg Space says
Yum - I love gnocchi and this is such a colourful and summery way to enjoy it. Looks absolutely delicious - thanks for the recipe!
Amy says
Thank you Kate 🙂
Susie says
What a great summer recipe! I love all the fresh ingredients in this. I will definitely be making this because we LOVE gnocchi at our house. Pinning this now!
Amy says
Thanks so much Susie!