Pumpkin Gnocchi

This indulgent and creamy Pumpkin Gnocchi is what fall comfort food dreams are made of. Featuring pillowy soft potato gnocchi simmered in a rich pumpkin pasta sauce, it’s the best dinner for chilly autumn evenings.

Want more savory pumpkin recipes? You’ll love my Pumpkin Pasta Sauce and Pumpkin Pasta Bake as well!

What could be better than gnocchi for dinner? These pillowy and puffy potato pasta “nuggets” are quick and easy to cook and only get better when they’re surrounded by creamy and indulgent sauces. That’s why I’m always making my Tuscan Vegan Gnocchi and Creamy Pesto Gnocchi for comforting weeknight dinners.

Vegan Pumpkin Gnocchi, on the other hand, is perfect for fall and winter meals. Potato gnocchi simmers in an aromatic coconut milk and sage-infused pumpkin sauce before stirring in a handful of kale or spinach for some sneaky nutrients. Every bite is bursting with comforting fall flavors!

What’s even better is that this pumpkin gnocchi recipe is quick and easy, made with a handful of simple ingredients, and comes together in one pan. It’s the ultimate winter or fall dinner that’s best eaten after a long, cold day.

How to make pumpkin gnocchi

Find the complete printable recipe with measurements below in the recipe card.

Heat some oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the garlic and cook until fragrant.

Add the gnocchi to the pan, along with the coconut milk, vegetable broth, pumpkin puree, dried sage, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well.

Bring the pumpkin cream sauce up to a boil, then lower the heat to a simmer.

Stir the chopped kale/spinach into the pumpkin gnocchi and cook until the leaves wilt.

You’ll know the dish is ready to serve when the gnocchi is soft, but not mushy, and the sauce has thickened. Serve right away and enjoy!

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Pumpkin Gnocchi

This indulgent and creamy Pumpkin Gnocchi is what fall comfort food dreams are made of. Featuring pillowy soft potato gnocchi simmered in a rich pumpkin pasta sauce, it’s the best dinner for chilly autumn evenings.

Course Main

Cuisine Italian-inspired

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 5 servings

Calories 353kcal

Author Nora Taylor

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 16 ounces gnocchi
• 13.5 ounce can full fat coconut milk
• 1/3 cup vegetable broth
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt more or less to taste
• few shakes ground black pepper
• 2 cups loosely packed chopped kale or spinach

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Instructions

• Heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat in a large pan. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds or so, until fragrant.
• Add the gnocchi to the pan, along with the coconut milk, broth, pumpkin puree, dried sage, thyme, salt and black pepper. Stir everything together, breaking up the gnocchi if they're stuck together.
• Bring to a boil, them lower heat and simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Stir occasionally.
• Stir in the kale or spinach and cook until wilted. The gnocchi should be cooked through but not mushy, and the sauce thickened.
• Serve immediately. Leftovers will keep for 3-4 days in the refrigerator, and if needed it can be frozen, though the gnocchi will get quite mushy so it's best eaten fresh.

Notes

1. You could make your own homemade vegan pumpkin gnocchi instead of potato gnocchi, for an even more pumpkin dish!
2. Optional: add 2-3 vegan sausages, sliced. Pan fry them in the olive oil before the garlic.

Nutrition

Calories: 353kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 630mg | Potassium: 373mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 10341IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 119mg | Iron: 7mg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can a plant-based diet lower the risk of chronic disease?

Due to its numerous health and environmental advantages, the plant-based diet has gained popularity in today's world. It is a diet that includes a lot of fruits, vegetables as well whole grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, and removing or greatly reducing animal proteins such as milk and meat. A plant-based diet has many benefits including improved heart health, digestion health benefits, higher energy levels, lower stress hormones and potential environmental protection. A plant-based diet can provide enough protein. There are many excellent alternatives to protein.

What happens to my meat if I stop eating it?

When you stop eating meat, your body will experience various changes. With the transition from animal to plant-based proteins such as legumes, beans, nuts, whole grains, and soy-based products, your diet may be higher in fiber and lower in saturated fat. This can increase heart health and improve digestive health. You may also notice an increase in energy due to a more efficient digestion and elimination of inflammatory food like animal proteins. Even if you don't eat animal proteins, your moods might become more stable. The trend towards a plant-based diet is also gaining popularity to counter the environmental damage that factory farming has caused.

Can I Eat Meat on A Plant-Based Diet?

Plant-based diets do not allow you to eat meat, fish, or poultry. However, certain foods can still be made from plant-based ingredients. People on a plant-based lifestyle can still eat eggs and dairy in moderation. Additionally, many options are available for people looking to transition to a plant-based diet that is flavorful and protein-packed without including animal products. Plant-based diets are primarily based on fresh fruits and veggies, legumes like beans and lentils as well as nuts and seeds such as oatmeal, quinoa, and soy products. They also include fortified foods such as non-dairy almond milk or coconut milk.

You can find vegan products at most grocery stores, in addition to vegan restaurants that specialize in vegan food. Tofu, seitan (wheat flour), tempeh(fermented soybeans), mock duck made with mushrooms, and other soy-based meats can all replicate the taste and texture of traditional meat dishes. There are many vegetarian burgers that have the same taste as beef burgers, including burgers made with black beans and quinoa.

People who prefer plant-based meals to their carnivorous favourites will find many alternatives. You can substitute vegan ingredients such as coconut bacon strips and eggplant bacon bits; tofu Mayo; veggie hotdogs with seasoned, textured soy protein; or faux chicken strips using wheat gluten. Although some processed forms fermented mushrooms can taste just like meat, when cooked correctly, they have significantly lower water consumption than livestock production. The best part about switching to a plantbased diet is that meat that was once consumed can be replaced by these alternatives.

Statistics

• A study found that livestock provides just 18 percent of calories consumed globally but takes up 83 percent of farmland. (forksoverknives.com)
• In fact, according to research published in the going plant-based can cut grocery bills by $750 a year per person, Journal of Hunger & Environmental Nutrition. (forksoverknives.com)

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• Effects from Plant-Based Diets upon Weight Status: A Systematic Analysis - PMC


• For healthcare professionals, plant-based nutrition: Implementing diet as a primary mode of treatment and prevention of chronic diseases - PMC

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• Plant-based diets for personal, population, and planetary health - ScienceDirect

How To

How to make sure you're getting enough protein on a plant-based diet?

The right ingredients can make sure that you get enough protein from a plant-based diet. You can get protein from plants by eating legumes, nuts, seeds and tempeh. These foods should be included into your daily diet. Consider superfoods such as spinach, gojiberries, and chia seeds for optimizing your nutrient intake when you are vegan. They are rich in vitamins and minerals.

A vegan diet should include plant-based foods, such as protein powders, nuts, and collagen peptides. They can also be added to smoothies and other recipes. If you don't feel you are getting enough protein from your food, you can look into high-quality supplements. These include pills, capsules or tablets that provide the necessary amount of protein.

If you make an effort to incorporate plant-based foods into your meals in many ways, vegans can quickly meet their daily nutrition requirements.

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