Mushroom Gnocchi: 7 Ways to Enjoy This Comforting Dish
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This Creamy Mushroom Gnocchi is the ultimate comfort food—soft, pillowy gnocchi coated in a rich mushroom and spinach sauce.
- Author: Robert
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 lb (450g) potato gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz (225g) cremini or mixed mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk (for dairy-free option)
- ½ cup vegetable broth (optional, to thin sauce)
- ½ tsp dried thyme or Italian herbs
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Grated Parmesan or vegan cheese, to serve (optional)
- Sun-dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers for brightness
- Kale or arugula instead of spinach for a heartier texture
- Mascarpone or cream cheese for extra richness
- Boil in salted water according to package instructions until they float. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil or butter. Add mushrooms and cook on medium-high until golden and liquid evaporates, about 8 minutes.
- Stir in onion and garlic; cook 2–3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
- Pour in cream, broth, and herbs. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until thickened slightly.
- Stir in spinach and let it wilt gently into the sauce.
- Fold in cooked gnocchi and toss until evenly coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Top with Parmesan or vegan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve immediately.
Notes
- This recipe is vegetarian and customizable.
- It can be ready in under 30 minutes.
- Perfect for weeknights, date nights, or cozy weekends.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 60mg