Blistered Tomato Gnocchi
Skip the heavy, slow-simmered marinara sauce and let the summer sun do the work for you by using fresh grown tomatoes to make this blistered tomato gnocchi pasta. This dish has garlic, blistered tomatoes and olive oil in each bite.
Servings: 4
Equipment
- large deep skillet
Ingredients
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1.5 lb cherry tomatoes any brand or variety
- 1 small zucchini thinly sliced squash will also work
- 3 cloves garlic, smashed and sliced
- 1 small shallot, thinly sliced
- ½ tsp each salt, pepper
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes more as needed
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 16 ounces gnocchi pre prepared
- 1 Tbsp butter optional
Garnish
- 3-4 Tbsp parmesan
- feta crumbles for garnish
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice & zest
- fresh basil, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Make The Sauce. Grab a large deep skillet, add the olive oil and set on medium heat on the stovetop. Add the tomatoes and let them blister for about 10-15 minutes stirring often. Once they start to burst and char, add the garlic, shallots, zucchini and seasoning. Simmer on medium for another 5 minutes.
- Let everything simmer on low and combine flavors while you make the gnocchi according to the package instructions. I typically follow the boiled method but if you prefer more firm gnocchi, do the skillet route!
- Add the cooked gnocchi, butter (if using) and cheeses to the skillet. Stir everything together, squeeze the lemon and garnish with the zest and the basil. Serve while warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Use any variety of cherry tomatoes, I like to use heirloom for more color and deeper flavor.
- If you can't get ahold of gnocchi, any pasta shape will work great for this recipe!
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. You can freeze these for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 cup | Calories: 385kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 732mg | Potassium: 484mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1090IU | Vitamin C: 45mg | Calcium: 103mg | Iron: 6mg