This Spring Green Vegetable Gnocchi is all the flavours we love about spring in one bowl. It’s light and fresh and a quick and easy weeknight meal that will boost your vegetable intake.
I know it only snowed a few days ago (where we live anyway), but Spring is officially here and that means we can get excited about all the delicious spring green vegetables. This gnocchi is our favourite way to kick off spring and make the most of delicious seasonal green vegetables.
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I class myself as pretty lucky that I love vegetables. I always have, even as a kid, and even when I was very overweight. It’s never been a struggle for me to make sure I am eating enough vegetables. But, if you do struggle to eat enough vegetables, then this is the dish for you. It’s bursting with greens, but in a creamy cheesy sauce which makes them much more appealing to those that don’t love veg.
This is such a simple sauce, with just some creme fraiche, lemon juice and mustard, but simple doesn’t mean boring. The mustard and crème fraîche really compliment each other and it goes perfectly with crisp spring green vegetables. You could easily swap it out for a tomato based sauce and keep it vegan. But you can get vegan crème fraîche too, so no need to miss out on this creamy sauce.
It was only a couple of years ago that I tried gnocchi for the first time. Dave was already a big fan, but I just always tried pasta over it. But then I thought, it’s like pasta (as in, used the same way), but made out of potatoes. What’s not to love about that? Also, you can buy some really good ready made packaged gnocchi and it takes less than 5 minutes to cook. Such a quick meal! We will have a recipe for homemade gnocchi coming soon though.
Asparagus season is just about to start here in the U.K., and I can’t think of a better way to see in the asparagus season than with this Spring Green Vegetable Gnocchi! Can you freeze it? I wouldn’t advise it, as the sauce doesn’t freeze to well. Does it make good leftovers? Not the best to honest, as the sauce is best eaten straight away and doesn’t reheat too well. So, eat it straight away and enjoy it at its best.
- 250 g Gnocchi
- 8 Asparagus spears, chopped into quarters
- A handful of frozen garden peas
- 1 Can of artichoke hearts, chopped
- Juice and zest of half a lemon
- 4 tbsp 0% crème fraîche, heaped
- 2 tbsp Wholegrain mustard
- 40 g Mature lighter cheddar
- 2 tbsp Fresh mint, finely chopped
- A pinch of sea salt and black pepper
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Add the gnocchi, asparagus and frozen peas to a pan of boiling water and simmer for 4-5 minutes.
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Drain and then return to the pan and add the rest of the ingredients. Mix well and divide between two bowl and serve
Take a look at some other recipes similar to this Spring Green Vegetable Gnocchi:
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Mushroom and Spinach Gnocchi
Spinach and Sundried Tomato Gnocchi Bake
Green Soup with Sea Spaghetti
Creamy Salmon Broccoli Pasta
Buckwheat and Rice Risotto with Spring Greens
Vegan Scallops with Spring Greens
Wild Garlic Pesto Two Ways
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Jemma @ Celery and Cupcakes says
This looks like a perfect spring dish. I really should make gnocchi more often as an altenative to pasta. Yum! Thank you for including my recipe. 🙂
Anosa says
It definitely does look very yummy, I do love my vegetables but rarely eat them like this.
Melanie williams says
Spring Green Vegetable Gnocchi – yes please. This would be ideal to serve with some garlic tear and share bread and a fresh fab salad x
Fritha Quinn says
I love the sound of this meal, we’ve just started a health kick and I’m feeling much better for it but always on the look out for recipes that are filling and include lots of veggies 🙂 x
Jenni says
This is so what I want for my lunch right now! So delicious
Charli Bruce says
I love gnocchi, it’s one of my favourite foods. This looks simply delicious and so fresh x
Roxana says
I love this. You have inspired me to make it. A different kind of white pasta packed with flavor.
Ann says
This looks so fresh and perfect for spring! I love a simple but seasonal weeknight meal. Can’t wait for your homemade gnocchi recipe!
Jill says
It’s still been snowing here in Ohio (in Spring, in April) which is crazy. I’m ready for all the Spring green vegetable recipes though. This gnocchi looks delicious!
Savita says
I love vibrant green bowls for Spring dinner. This bowl is making me crave gnocchi! So good.
Janette | Culinary Ginger says
Light fluffy gnocchi are so perfect for this delicious spring dish. I have to give this a try with my homemade gnocchi.
Stephanie@ApplesforCJ says
I can’t believe I’ve never tried gnocchi..not sure Why? But this recipe seriously has me wanting a big bowl!
Marie says
I love asparagus and artichoke, so this looks perfect to me. Mustard is a good way to add some extra flavour too. Great idea!
Annabeth says
I’m going to try this with some chicken in it. It looks lovely and fresh.
Bethany says
The colours are so vibrant, it looks so delicious. I must try this one, tried a few of your recipes now and they’ve all tasted so great.
Laura Dove says
Oh this looks so good! Ive never tried gnocchi before but love spring greens, I think this will be the first recipe where3 I try it!
MELANIE EDJOURIAN says
Sounds like a yummy way to boost mine and the kids green intake. Wow that’s fast, sounds like the perfect meal for after school as it doesn’t take long to make.
Edyta @ Innocent Delight says
You used all my favorite ingredients in this recipe. I’m really curious how whole grain mustard tasted here. I’ll have to try it soon 🙂
Danielle says
The perfect spring pasta! I love that it’s creamy without being heavy. I almost always reach for tomato sauce when I serve gnocchi, but this is sure to break me out of that rut.
Beth says
This looks like such a delicious pasta dish! I love the spring veges! If only Mother Nature would read the calendar! It’s snowing here right now! I can’t wait for fresh asparagus and peas so I can try this! I actually bought some vegan creme fraiche a while ago because I’m lactose intolerant! It’s not too bad! I’m going to give it a try with this beautiful dish! Thanks for sharing!
Lisa | Garlic & Zest says
This is a bowlful of beauty – and something I could happily eat on a weekly basis. Perfect for Spring — I think it would be great with a piece of grilled steak too.
Shadi Hasanzadenemati says
Gnocchi is totally one of our favorites and I bet it goes so well with all the delicious veggies!
Harriet Simmons says
Creme fraiche and mustard sounds lovely as a sauce. I am going to have to try that in some other dishes too. Thanks lovely xx
Janet says
It doesn’t feel much like spring today, but I would still eat this. I’m fairly good with eating fruit, but green vegetables I struggle with.
Patrick says
This looks like a perfect all year around dish….I could see myself making this in winter as well as spring…I pinned this for later!
Rhian Westbury says
Oh the sauce here sounds really nice, I absolutely love gnocci but I’ve never thought to make it myself x
Choclette says
I never think to cook with artichoke hearts and I really should because they are delicious. Your gnocchi sounds wonderful.
Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche says
Gnocchi is so underrated! Love the look of this – creamy sauce + lots of veggies is my idea of heaven 🙂
Ali - We Made This Life says
Ooh I love gnocchi, mixing it with spring greens sounds like a delicious idea and a great way to get extra greens in your diet!
Sarah Bailey says
Now this is a delicious idea, we have a local farmer who delivers to the village I really need to start ordering in for him so I can try all the different spring veg that is around.
Traci says
I’m always game for asparagus, peas, and gnocchi! In fact, I have a recipe for the same, but I love how yours uses crème fraîche. I’ll have to make it like that sometime…I bet is lovely and decadent! Thanks for the recipe inspiration 🙂
Elaine @ Dishes Delish says
YUM! I love gnocchi and your spring vegetable dish looks so delicious and fresh!! I could eat gnocchi every single week! I can not wait to try your delightful recipe!
Debbye says
Oh my goodness, this looks so incredibly spring, I love it. So bright and cheerful. I’ve only made gnocchi once before and it was nothing like this. Will by trying this later in the week.
Kate says
Yes! I have been eating my own version of spring veg gnocchi lately and it is so good! What a delicious way to prep gnocchi in the spring time. Yum!
sue | theviewfromgreatisland says
I feel super lucky because I have everything in the fridge to make this amazing meal, including a package of gnocchi!
Chris says
This looks so fresh, vibrant and yummy! Can’t wait to give it a go!
Ali Randall | says
I just served up a similar recipe using risotto but love the idea of gnocchi for a heartier dinner. This is the perfect dish to get some greens into my family. Looks wonderful 🙂
lisa prince says
oh this looks so fresh and tasty i love the look of it x
Marie says
I am so excited for asparagus season. I have never had gnocchi before, but it sounds like a nice change from pasta and the creamy sauce sounds yummy.
Sara says
This looks perfect for this beautiful sunny day. Love the addition of artichokes in here.
Joanna says
I will definitely have to make this recipe! I love artichokes and can you believe it that I’ve only discovered them last year, whilst in Italy? What have I been missing for all this time! The combination with asparagus and peas must be so yummy!