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Gnocchi With Butternut Squash Sauce

Published: Mar 21, 2021 · Modified: Sep 23, 2022 by Claire · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon associate I earn from qualifying purchases · Leave a Comment

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This gnocchi with butternut squash sauce is a really simple, but very delicious comfort food dinner that comes together in around 30 minutes. Made without tomatoes, butter or cheese, it's suitable for a vegan diet as well as being a low histamine recipe.

Have a peek at my gnocchi with ricotta sauce and gnocchi with Brussels sprouts recipe for more vegetarian weeknight dinner ideas!

gnocchi with butternut squash sauce in a light brown bowl on a striped cloth.

If you love cozy comfort food as much as I do, but are looking for recipes without tomatoes, then you may like to see my brown butter zucchini pasta and baked ricotta and butternut squash pasta. And if squash is a particular favorite, then I think you'll love my butternut squash vegetable soup!

This butternut squash gnocchi recipe has a creamy sauce, with a hint of pungent sage for that delicious 'herby' flavour. It's quick and easy, and the best comfort food for when you fancy a change from pasta!

Love gnocchi recipes? Do check out my gnocchi with pesto sauce and vegetarian gnocchi soup!

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  • ⭐ Why this recipe is so good
  • 🥘 Ingredients
  • 📖 Gnocchi options
  • 🔪 Step by step instructions
  • 💭 Recipe tips and notes
  • 🍲 More cozy comfort food dinner recipes
  • 📖 Recipe
  • 💬 Comments

⭐ Why this recipe is so good

Cozy comfort food. Gnocchi are little balls of comfort food goodness don't you think?

Flavorful tomato-free sauce. Sage and butternut squash are such a perfect combination of fall flavors (but enjoy year-round!)

Quick and easy. A simple but feels-fancy weeknight dinner that comes together in about 30 minutes.

🥘 Ingredients

This butternut squash gnocchi has relatively few ingredients and many of them are pantry staples. The main ingredients you will need are:

  • Olive oil, leeks and garlic - to give the base of flavor to the sauce.
  • Gnocchi - you can of course make your own, or buy from the store.
  • Butternut squash - the most delicious fall ingredient, this forms the basis of the sauce.
  • Sage, thyme and turmeric - for lots of flavour. Use fresh sage and thyme if you can!
  • Vegetable broth - to make the sauce.
  • Pistachio nuts - optional, but give a lovely crunch to the gnocchi. Use unsalted and those that have not been roasted.

📖 Gnocchi options

I haven't ever made gnocchi, but it's on my long list of things to try out. I get my gnocchi from the store and always look for a brand that has as few ingredients as possible.

If you would like to make your own then BBC Good Food has a gnocchi recipe (it does contain eggs), and Jamie Oliver has an egg-free version (leave out the nutmeg if it is an issue for you). For a gluten-free recipe using cassava flour, this easy sweet potato gnocchi looks good.

🔪 Step by step instructions

Making this gnocchi with butternut squash sauce is very simple, with just a few steps:

process shots for making butternut squash sage gnocchi.

Step 1

Gently saute the leeks, garlic, sage, thyme and turmeric in olive oil until softened. Add the butternut squash and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat. Cook until the squash is fully softened through. Transfer to a blender and puree to a sauce consistency.

Step 2

Cook the gnocchi according to packet instructions. Save ½ cup of the water.

Step 3

Drain the gnocchi, return to the pan and stir through the butternut squash sauce. If needed, gradually add the reserved water to thin the sauce to your preference. Sprinkle on the pistachio nuts and parsley, if using.

💭 Recipe tips and notes

  • You may not need the reserved water from the gnocchi, so only add if required and then just a spoonful at a time to taste preference.
  • This is quite 'herby' in taste, so reduce quantities if preferred.
  • The sauce also works well on pasta!
  • If you like a more crispy gnocchi, then do check out my air fryer gnocchi recipe!
gnocchi with butternut squash sauce in a light brown bowl on a striped cloth.

🍲 More cozy comfort food dinner recipes

Baked cod with pesto

Roasted butternut squash risotto

Sweet potato burgers

Ricotta pasta with a pistachio nut topping

Winter buddha bowl

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📖 Recipe

gnocchi with butternut squash sauce on a striped cloth next to a bowl of sage.

Gnocchi With Butternut Squash Sauce

Claire
A very simple but flavorful recipe that is perfect for a busy weeknight. The butternut squash and sage sauce coats the gnocchi and makes for a healthy comfort food dinner.
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine American, British, Italian
Servings 2 servings
Calories 720 kcal

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Saucepan
  • Wooden spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ cup leeks diced
  • 1.5 cups butternut squash diced into chunks
  • 1 garlic clove optional, finely diced
  • ½ teaspoon sage fresh or dried
  • ½ teaspoon thyme fresh or dried
  • ¼ teaspoon turmeric
  • ½ cup vegetable broth
  • 3 cups gnocchi adjust quantity to appetite!

For the optional toppings

  • 1 tablespoon pistachio nuts crushed
  • herb of choice

Instructions
 

  • In a saucepan, gently fry the leeks, garlic, sage, thyme and turmeric in olive oil for 4-5 minutes. Add the butternut squash and vegetable stock. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat. Cook for 15-20 minutes until the squash is fully softened through.
  • Transfer to a blender and puree to a sauce consistency.
  • Cook the gnocchi according to packet instructions. Save ½ cup of the water.
  • Drain the gnocchi, return to the pan and stir through the butternut squash sauce. If needed, gradually add the reserved water to thin the sauce to your preference.
  • Transfer to your bowls and top with the pistachio nuts and herbs, if using. Enjoy!

Notes

  • You may not need to add the reserved water from the gnocchi. If you do, then slowly pour in to adjust the sauce to the consistency you prefer.
  • If using dried herbs, reduce the quantity a little as it is more pungent than fresh herbs.
  • This recipe is quite 'herby' in flavour. If you prefer something more subtle, then simply reduce the quantities a touch.
  • Please note that nutritional information is offered as a courtesy. It is auto-generated and should be understood to be an estimate.
 
Swiss Interest Group Histamine Intolerance (SIGHI) food compatibility list for histamine
All ingredients score 0 on the SIGHI list, with the exception of:
  • gnocchi, this will vary according to brand or ingredients used.
  • leeks score 1 with a ? as a liberator. There is a note stating 'In small amounts, usually well tolerated'. Swap out for white onion if you prefer.
  • vegetable broth will vary depending upon ingredients.
  • garlic scores 1, with a note stating 'In small amounts, usually well tolerated after cooking'.

Nutrition

Calories: 720kcalCarbohydrates: 142gProtein: 16gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 1210mgPotassium: 446mgFiber: 11gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 11386IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 140mgIron: 14mg
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Hi, I’m Claire. After a diagnosis of MCAS I began to follow a low histamine diet, which has helped me manage my symptoms. Here I hope to show that a restrictive diet can still be full of flavourful meals, and help you enjoy being creative in the kitchen.

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