Description
Spinach & Ricotta Gnudi are delicate Italian dumplings that melt in your mouth, offering a delightful blend of creamy ricotta and vibrant spinach. These light, fluffy bites are perfect for any occasion, from family dinners to elegant gatherings. Tossed in a fragrant brown butter sage sauce or simply drizzled with olive oil, they promise an unforgettable culinary experience that will have your guests clamoring for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 oz fresh spinach
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (for sauce)
- 6 fresh sage leaves
Instructions
- Blanch spinach in boiling water for 1 minute, drain, and squeeze out excess moisture.
- In a bowl, mix drained spinach with ricotta, Parmesan, eggs, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Gradually add flour to form a soft dough; avoid overmixing.
- Roll the dough into walnut-sized dumplings.
- Boil salted water; cook gnudi until they float (about 3 minutes).
- For the sauce, heat olive oil in a skillet with sage leaves until crispy; drizzle over gnudi before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 gnudi (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg