Crispy Gnocchi With Spinach And Feta
Crispy Gnocchi With Spinach and Feta is a quick, one-pan weeknight dinner bursting with flavor. Golden-brown gnocchi, tender spinach, and tangy feta come together in under 20 minutes for a comforting yet light Mediterranean-style meal you’ll make again and again.
Ingredients
- 1 lb 450 g gnocchi (shelf-stable or fresh)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 3 cups fresh spinach roughly chopped
- ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional Add-Ins:
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes halved
- Zest or juice of ½ lemon
- 2 tbsp toasted pine nuts
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Pan-fry the gnocchi: Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add uncooked gnocchi and cook 7–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and crisp.
- Add garlic and spinach: Reduce heat slightly, stir in garlic, and cook 30 seconds until fragrant. Add spinach and sauté until wilted (1–2 minutes).
- Add feta: Turn off heat, sprinkle feta over the gnocchi, and let it soften gently.
- Serve: Garnish with lemon zest, chili flakes, or more feta. Serve hot and crispy.
Notes
- Skip boiling — pan-frying gives the gnocchi a perfect golden crust and soft interior.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan for even browning.
- Add feta at the end so it stays creamy, not melted.
- Store leftovers up to 3 days; reheat in a skillet for best texture.
- For a vegan option, use vegan feta and olive oil.