Lemon Pesto Gnocchi With Peas and Asparagus
Soft and pillowy gnocchi tossed in a lemon pesto sauce with peas and asparagus is the perfect spring side dish for any occasion! This lemon pesto gnocchi comes together in minutes and is exploding with green goodness.
Servings 6 servings
Calories 310kcal
Ingredients
Lemon Pesto
- 1 cup firmly-packed fresh basil
- 1/4 cup pine nuts (or almonds)
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 medium cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Gnocchi and Vegetables
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 1 lb gnocchi, boiled according to package instructions until al dente
- 1/2 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-in pieces
- 1 cup frozen peas, steamed according to package instructions
- Additional grated Parmesan cheese and lemon zest for topping
Instructions
Lemon Pesto
- Combine basil, pine nuts, lemon zest, juice, Parmesan, and garlic in a food processor or blender. With machine on, drizzle olive oil through top, blending pesto until smooth, scraping down sides as necessary. Season pesto with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside for a moment.
Gnocchi and Vegetables
- In a large nonstick skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat. Add gnocchi to pan in a single layer and sear until golden brown, turning occasionally. Remove gnocchi from pan and set aside for a moment.
- Add remaining 1 tablespoon butter to pan and heat over medium-high heat. Add asparagus and saute 3-5 minutes, turning occasionally until asparagus is tender.
- Reduce heat to medium and add peas, gnocchi, and pesto to pan and toss several minutes until evenly coated and heated through. Remove from heat and top skillet with additional Parmesan and lemon zest. Serve gnocchi warm and enjoy!
Notes
Storing Instructions
Store gnocchi in refrigerator up to 4 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 8oz gnocchi | Calories: 310kcal | Carbohydrates: 35.5g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 16.5g | Saturated Fat: 2.6g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 65mg | Potassium: 167mg | Fiber: 2.7g | Sugar: 2.4g | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 2mg