Pillowy Ricotta Gnocchi with Tomato, Basil, and Mozzarella
Pillowy Ricotta Gnocchi with Tomato, Basil, and Mozzarella features tender dumplings tossed in a bright tomato-basil sauce with a gentle garlic warmth and a hint of red pepper. Creamy pockets of melted mozzarella add richness that balances the fresh acidity of the tomatoes. It’s a cozy dinner perfect for weeknights or a relaxed weekend meal with friends.
- Prep45 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves5
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pillowy Ricotta Gnocchi with Tomato, Basil, and Mozzarella, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 55 / 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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- 15
- Heart Health
- 63
- Metabolic
- 22
- Digestive
- 25
- Inflammatory
- 37
- Performance
- 32
- General Wellness
- 1
Gather all ingredients.
- 2
Prepare the gnocchi: In a large bowl, stir together the ricotta, eggs, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until evenly mixed. Mix in 1 cup flour. Add more flour if needed to make a soft dough.
- 3
Divide the dough into 3 or 4 portions and roll each into 1/2-inch-thick ropes on a floured surface. Cut each rope into 1-inch pieces and set them on a lightly floured baking sheet. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- 4
Make the sauce: Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the garlic and cook until softened and fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in the diced tomatoes and red pepper flakes; bring to a simmer over medium-high heat and cook for 10 minutes. Stir in the shredded basil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5
While the sauce simmers, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil over high heat. Boil the gnocchi until they float to the surface, 1 to 2 minutes, then drain.
- 6
To assemble the dish: Stir the cubed mozzarella into the sauce and let the heat of the sauce soften the cheese without melting it.
- 7
Place the gnocchi in a serving bowl and spoon the sauce over the top. Enjoy!
- Calories 453.21 kcal High 23%
- Protein 22.47 g Good Source 45%
- Carbohydrate 32.68 g 12%
- Total Fat 25.69 g High 33%
- Saturated Fat 11.61 g High 58%
- Trans Fat 0.17 g High --
- Cholesterol 156.86 mg High 52%
- Sodium 535.95 mg High 23%
- Dietary Fiber 2.32 g Low Source 8%
- Total Sugars 2.47 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 465.92 mg Good Source 36%
- Iron 2.37 mg Moderate 13%
- Potassium 342.91 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin A 229.99 mcg Good Source 26%
- Vitamin C 6.72 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin D 0.5 mcg Low Source 3%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Pillowy Ricotta Gnocchi with Tomato, Basil, and Mozzarella is made with 14 ingredients and serves 5. It takes about 1 hr and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Diced Tomatoes, and Eggs. Each serving provides about 453.21 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pillowy Ricotta Gnocchi with Tomato, Basil, and Mozzarella made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Diced Tomatoes, Eggs, Fresh Basil. The full list of 14 is above.
- How long does it take to make Pillowy Ricotta Gnocchi with Tomato, Basil, and Mozzarella?
- About 1 hr in total: 45 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 453.21 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pillowy Ricotta Gnocchi with Tomato, Basil, and Mozzarella easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 14 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Pillowy Ricotta Gnocchi with Tomato, Basil, and Mozzarella healthy?
- Pillowy Ricotta Gnocchi with Tomato, Basil, and Mozzarella has an easyChef Pro health score of 38/100. Per serving, it provides 453.21 calories and 22.47 g of protein, or 45% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium and vitamin A. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 535.95 mg (23% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 11.61 g (58% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes and Garlic, 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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