Main Course

Creamy Garlic Spinach Gnocchi

Soft gnocchi tossed in a creamy garlic spinach sauce with Parmesan for a fast, rich, comforting meal.

Prep5 mins
Cook12 mins
Total17 mins
Serves2

Recipe by Chef Ahmed. Updated 2026-07-01.

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Creamy Garlic Spinach Gnocchi

At a Glance

Creamy Garlic Spinach Gnocchi is a 17-minute main course recipe for 2 servings, built around potato gnocchi, butter, garlic clove, minced, spinach.

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Main Course
Total time
17 minutes
Servings
2
Key ingredients
potato gnocchi, butter, garlic clove, minced, spinach

Ingredients

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  • 300 g potato gnocchi
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 piece garlic clove, minced
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 0.25 cup cream
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp lemon juice

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Cook gnocchi according to package instructions until they float. Drain.
  2. Melt butter in a skillet over medium-low heat.
  3. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Add spinach and cook for 1–2 minutes until wilted.
  5. Stir in cream, Parmesan, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.
  6. Add gnocchi and toss until coated and warm.

Nutrition Estimate

17417 calories
378g protein
3902g carbs
33g fat

Nutrition values are estimates for home cooking guidance and may vary by ingredient brand, weight, and cooking method.

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