Gnocchi Marinara (10 minute meal)

Gnocchi Marinara is a simple dish that can be prepared in just 10 minutes in one skillet. These gnocchi with marinara sauce are flavorful and hearty without any complicated ingredients. This recipe is quick and easy, made with 6 simple ingredients in your pantry and minimal preparation. White kidney bean gnocchi is a recipe I make when I don’t have time for dinner.

If you like this gnocchi sauce recipe, try these beans with marinara (served with toast or crackers) or this creamy tomato pasta without cream.

Gnocchi alla marinara spotlight

Easy to make Made with store-bought shelf-stable gnocchi One-pot meal Full of flavor Hearty and filling (thanks to the white beans) Gluten-free and dairy-free (made with gluten-free gnocchi and vegan Parmesan cheese)

material

Shelf-Stable Gnocchi – I used chickpea gnocchi as a way to make this recipe gluten-free and add more protein and fiber, but this recipe works with any shelf-stable gnocchi. Marinara – Use your favorite store-bought or homemade marinara Baby Spinach – This adds color and more vegetables to the dish White Beans – Unlike traditional gnocchi with tomato sauce, this recipe Add white beans as a way to make the recipe more hearty. Parmesan Cheese – To make this recipe vegan, use regular, vegetarian or dairy-free cheese. Fresh basil – adds flavor to the final dish

Gnocchi stew in sauce

Add the gnocchi and marinara to a large skillet (with a tight-fitting lid). Increase heat to medium-high.

Once the tomato sauce is bubbling, give the pan a good stir, cover and cook for 2 minutes (this will help the gnocchi cook through faster).

After 2 minutes, remove the lid, mix well and add the baby spinach and half of the Parmesan cheese. Stir well. Add 1/2 to 3/4 cup water to thin the sauce.

When the sauce reaches your desired consistency and the spinach has wilted, turn off the heat and add the remaining Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil. Please enjoy warm.

important tips

Stir frequently to keep the gnocchi from sticking to the bottom of the pan while cooking. The starch in the gnocchi will thicken the sauce, so you will need to add water. Otherwise the sauce will become too thick. Gnocchi cooks quickly in the sauce, so there’s no need to cook them ahead of time.

Other additions

Spicy: Add crushed red pepper flakes Add fresh herbs: Add flat leaf parsley and oregano Make it cheesy: Mozzarella cheese

FAQ

What is gnocchi?

Gnocchi is a type of pasta similar to dumplings, but is usually made with potatoes and flour.

I used chickpea flour gnocchi. Being gluten-free and rich in protein and fiber, this dish is more filling.

What to serve with gnocchi and white beans

Simple green salad with creamy balsamic dressing

Greek salad with kalamata olive dressing

air fryer chicken meatballs or italian chicken chunks

Don’t have marinara on hand?

Make your own pasta sauce with 5 simple ingredients

preserving leftovers

Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freezer: Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. I like to use Souper Cubes to store in 1/2 cup portions and then transfer to Stasher bags.

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