This mouthwatering recipe combines pillowy gnocchi with flavorful garlic scapes and crunchy walnuts. The garlic scapes add a unique twist to the dish with their mild garlic flavor and delicate texture. Topped with Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil, this dish is a perfect balance of flavors and textures. It's quick and easy to make, making it a great choice for a delicious weeknight dinner. Serve it as a main course or as a side dish to complement your favorite protein. Get ready to impress your taste buds with this unforgettable recipe!
Ingredients
- 1 pound of gnocchi
- 4 tablespoons of olive oil
- 4 garlic scapes, chopped
- 1/2 cup of walnuts, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Directions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the gnocchi according to package instructions or until they float to the surface. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic scapes and cook for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
- Add the chopped walnuts to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes until they become golden brown and fragrant.
- Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet and toss well to coat them with the garlic scape and walnut mixture. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat everything through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat.
- Serve the gnocchi hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Gnocchi is a traditional Italian pasta made from potatoes and flour.
Garlic scapes are the curly green shoots that grow from the bulbs of garlic plants. They have a mild garlic flavor and can be used in place of garlic cloves in many recipes.
Walnuts are a great source of healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals, making them a nutritious addition to this dish.
This recipe is vegetarian and can be easily made vegan by omitting the Parmesan cheese or using a dairy-free alternative.