Creamy Vegan Mushroom and Spinach Gnocchi ππΏπ₯βsoft potato gnocchi in a rich, dairy-free sauce with mushrooms and fresh spinach.
π Ingredients
- 1 lb potato gnocchi π₯
- 2 tbsp olive oil π«
- 1 small onion, finely chopped π§
- 2 cloves garlic, minced π§
- 2 cups mushrooms, sliced π
- 2 cups fresh spinach πΏ
- 1 cup unsweetened plant-based cream π₯π±
- Β½ tsp nutmeg β¨
- Salt and pepper to taste π§
- Fresh parsley, chopped πΏ (optional)
π©βπ³ Instructions
First of all, cook the gnocchi π₯ according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
Next, heat olive oil π« in a large skillet over medium heat π₯. Then, sautΓ© onion π§ and garlic π§ until fragrant and translucent β¨.
After that, add mushrooms π and cook until golden brown, releasing their natural juices πΏ.
Meanwhile, stir in fresh spinach πΏ and cook until wilted. Subsequently, pour in the plant-based cream π₯π±, adding nutmeg β¨, salt π§, and pepper π§.
Then, gently toss the cooked gnocchi π₯ in the creamy sauce until well coated. Afterwards, cook for 2β3 minutes until heated through, allowing the flavors to meld together π.
Finally, garnish with fresh parsley πΏ and serve hot for a comforting, savory plant-based meal ππΏπ₯β¨.
π Benefits of Creamy Vegan Mushroom and Spinach Gnocchi ππΏπ₯
- First of all, it is 100% plant-based and dairy-free π±π₯β, perfect for vegans and those avoiding dairy.
- Moreover, mushrooms π are rich in antioxidants and B vitamins, supporting immunity and energy levels π.
- In addition, spinach πΏ provides iron, fiber, and essential vitamins, promoting overall health π±.
- Furthermore, gnocchi π₯ offers complex carbohydrates, keeping you full and satisfied.
- Not only that, using plant-based cream π₯π± creates a rich and creamy texture without animal products β¨.
- As a result, this dish is a hearty, comforting, and nutrient-rich plant-based meal perfect for lunch or dinner πππΏπ₯β¨.
This looks very good, but I wish you would include the nutrition information. I really need to get 60 to 90 grams of protein per day and it’s hard to do when the whole recipe only has a few grams.
Thank you so much, we are so glad it caught your eye! π That is such a valid point and we completely understand how important tracking protein is! Here is an approximate breakdown for this recipe per serving:
π± Calories: ~420 kcal
π± Protein: ~12g
π± Carbohydrates: ~52g
π± Fat: ~18g
π± Fiber: ~5g
To boost the protein significantly to help reach your 60β90g daily goal, here are some easy additions to this recipe:
πͺ White beans β stir in a can for an extra 15g protein
πͺ Hemp seeds β sprinkle 3 tablespoons on top for 10g protein
πͺ Silken tofu β blend into the sauce for extra creaminess and protein
πͺ Tempeh β crumble and sautΓ© alongside the mushrooms for a big protein boost
πͺ Nutritional yeast β adds a cheesy flavour plus extra protein
We will also work on adding full nutrition information to all our recipes very soon β thank you so much for the suggestion! π±β€οΈ