Description
A light yet comforting dish featuring sweet corn and fresh basil, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of potato gnocchi (or homemade)
- 1 cup of fresh or frozen corn (drained if canned)
- 1 bunch of fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2–3 tablespoons of olive oil or butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup grated parmesan or pecorino (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: a squeeze of fresh lemon or a handful of peas
Instructions
- Boil a big pot of water and add the gnocchi. Cook until they float to the surface.
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat and add the corn. Sizzle until golden.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Transfer the cooked gnocchi to the skillet and let them brown slightly.
- Season with salt and pepper, then mix in basil and cheese, if using. Stir well.
- Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice, if desired, and serve.
Notes
Can be served with extra parmesan or ricotta on top, and pairs well with a green salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg