Description
Savor the essence of summer with this quick and delightful Tomato Basil Gnocchi Summer Dinner. Fluffy gnocchi are enveloped in a vibrant, garlicky tomato sauce and adorned with fresh basil, creating a dish that’s perfect for warm evenings with family and friends. Its bright flavors burst in every bite, making it an elegant yet simple meal that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil a pot of salted water. Add the gnocchi and cook until they float (about 2-3 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until golden brown.
- Add diced tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes until soft. Season with salt and pepper.
- Gently fold cooked gnocchi into the sauce and heat on low for 2 minutes.
- Serve in bowls, garnished with fresh basil leaves and an optional drizzle of olive oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Boiling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg