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gnocchi with butternut squash sauce on a striped cloth next to a bowl of sage.
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5 from 3 votes

Gnocchi With Butternut Squash Sauce

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.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, British, Italian
Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 720kcal
Author: Claire

Equipment

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: 720kcal | Carbohydrates: 142g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 1210mg | Potassium: 446mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 11386IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 140mg | Iron: 14mg