Springtime Gnocchi Saute
Enjoy the vibrant flavors of spring with this colorful dish featuring pillowy gnocchi, crispy bacon, sweet peas, and a medley of fresh vegetables sautéed together in a light and fragrant sauce. A delightful balance of flavors and textures that will satisfy your cravings.
ingredients
- 1 lb gnocchi
- 6 slices bacon, diced
- 1 cup sweet peas
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
steps
- 1.
Cook the gnocchi according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- 2.
In a large skillet, cook the diced bacon until crispy. Remove bacon from skillet, leaving the rendered fat in the pan.
- 3.
In the same skillet, add olive oil, minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant. Add the sliced bell pepper, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes. Cook for 5-6 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- 4.
Add the sweet peas, cooked gnocchi, crispy bacon, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- 5.
Pour in the vegetable broth and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- 6.
Serve the gnocchi primavera hot, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and some torn fresh basil leaves if desired.
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