Pesto Cauliflower Gnocchi with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Pesto Cauliflower Gnocchi with Sun-Dried Tomatoes brings tender, lightly crisped gnocchi together with herby pesto and bursts of sweet-tart sun-dried tomatoes. A squeeze of lemon brightens each bite, while toasted almonds and Parmesan add crunchy, nutty richness. Serve this for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual lunch when you want bold flavor with minimal fuss.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pesto Cauliflower Gnocchi with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 63 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 4 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 26
- Heart Health
- 87
- Metabolic
- 43
- Digestive
- 21
- Inflammatory
- 33
- Performance
- 48
- General Wellness
- 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and season it with kosher salt. Add the cauliflower gnocchi and cook for 2 minutes. Reserve 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid. Drain the gnocchi well.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the gnocchi in a single layer and cook for 3 minutes. Stir gently to flip the gnocchi to the other side. Cook for 2 more minutes. Reduce the heat to low. Add the reserved cooking liquid, then the pesto, sun dried tomatoes, and lemon juice. Stir very gently to combine and coat the gnocchi. Remove from the heat.
- 3
Serve right away topped with almonds and Parmesan cheese.
- Calories 260.26 kcal Moderate 13%
- Protein 8.84 g Moderate 18%
- Carbohydrate 15.19 g 6%
- Total Fat 20.86 g High 27%
- Saturated Fat 3.34 g Moderate 17%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 5.48 mg Low Source 2%
- Sodium 589.8 mg High 26%
- Dietary Fiber 6.34 g Good Source 23%
- Total Sugars 3.27 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 139.94 mg Moderate 11%
- Iron 1.78 mg Low Source 10%
- Potassium 685.18 mg Moderate 15%
- Vitamin A 31.9 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 80.09 mg Good Source 89%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Tree Nuts 🌰
- Milk 🥛
- Tomatoes 🍅
About This Recipe
Pesto Cauliflower Gnocchi with Sun Dried Tomatoes is made with 8 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 15 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cauliflower, Grated Parmesan Cheese, Lemon Juice, and Olive Oil. Each serving provides about 260.26 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pesto Cauliflower Gnocchi with Sun-Dried Tomatoes made of?
- The main ingredients are Cauliflower, Grated Parmesan Cheese, Lemon Juice, Olive Oil, Pesto. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Pesto Cauliflower Gnocchi with Sun-Dried Tomatoes?
- About 15 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 260.26 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pesto Cauliflower Gnocchi with Sun-Dried Tomatoes easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Pesto Cauliflower Gnocchi with Sun-Dried Tomatoes healthy?
- Pesto Cauliflower Gnocchi with Sun-Dried Tomatoes has an easyChef Pro health score of 50/100. Per serving, it provides 260.26 calories and 8.84 g of protein, or 18% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 589.8 mg (26% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 3.34 g (17% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Tree Nuts, Milk and Tomatoes, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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