Crispy Gnocchi with Peas, Asparagus and Lemon
Crispy Gnocchi with Peas, Asparagus and Lemon is seasonal comfort food at it’s best. Gnocchi is browned in butter with tender asparagus, fresh peas, basil, lemon zest and Parmesan cheese.
I don’t know what to tell you first about this dish. That it is a one-pan meal, or its ready in under 15 minutes! To make it even easier, the gnocchi is seared in butter and browned to give them a crispy exterior and still retain its soft inside. No, you don’t have to boil it first!
This crispy gnocchi with peas, asparagus and lemon recipe is all about light, spring produce and cooking with my two favorite vegetables are asparagus and fresh peas.
I also love making my own gnocchi. I recently made a video tutorial on how to make gnocchi and you’ll see, it’s not as difficult as you think. Homemade is so much lighter. Click on this text for recipe and video link. If you think I’m crazy and there is no way you’re attempting to make your own gnocchi, use any store bought that you like.
I also kept the other flavors to a minimum by only using no garlic and no onion. Instead, I opted for fresh lemon and basil, all fresh, bright flavors to complement the fresh asparagus and sweet peas. All the flavors working together rather than a dominance of just one.
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Crispy Gnocchi with Peas, Asparagus and Lemon
Gnocchi is browned in butter with tender asparagus, fresh peas, basil, lemon zest and Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 16 ounces (454 grams) homemade or store bought gnocchi
- 1 pound (453 grams) asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup (150 grams) fresh or frozen peas
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 basil leaves, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
- 4 ounces (45 grams)Parmesan cheese, grated plus more for garnish
Instructions
- Add the butter to a large sauté pan over medium heat. When the butter bubbles add the gnocchi and cook for 2 minutes per side until browned, remove from the pan.
- To the pan add the asparagus and peas, toss and cook for 3-5 minutes until the asparagus is tender. Add the salt, pepper, basil, lemon zest and add the gnocchi back into the pan, mix well.
- Turn off the heat, mix in the Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
- Serve with more cheese.
Nutrition Information
Yield
4Serving Size
4 ouncesAmount Per Serving Calories 506Total Fat 21gSaturated Fat 12gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 7gCholesterol 88mgSodium 706mgCarbohydrates 61gFiber 7gSugar 4gProtein 20g
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11 Comments on “Crispy Gnocchi with Peas, Asparagus and Lemon”
I just made this tonight with fresh peas and asparagus from the farmers market, and it is so good. The fresh lemon give it a lovely bright finish which off sets the butter.! I may try your homemade gnocchi one day but I wouldn’t change a thing.
My husband just requested I make it again. I’m happy you liked it and can’t wait to eat it myself.
Everything about this is perfection. I think you have my favorite foods on one dish here! It’ll have to go on my menu next week!
I love the flavors and can’t wait to try your crispy version! Love the video, you do such a great job with your videos, it makes it look so easy!
I love toasted gnocchi, it’s been a while I didn’t have some and I also love asparagus, they’ve just arrived in France so I have to try your lovely dish. Love the video 🙂
I LOVE Gnocchi, but never made it at home…. this looks simple, yet delicious! Must try soon!
I love gnocchi…one of the fun things that comes in gluten free too.
What a pretty dish. We learned to make gnocchi a few years ago in Italy!
Wow! Awesome recipe and so simple. I stumbled upon it by accident, when I wanted to cook a quick meal after work. I realised I had all the ingredients in the fridge (shop bought gnocchi, sadly) . I’ve always fried my gnocci too, it tastes far better, especially in butter. Thanks for the recipe…..I’m cooking it again tonight, with a side of marinated grilled chicken.
I’m glad you stumbled on my recipe, thank you so much for sharing and enjoy again 🙂
I’ve never tried gnocci but this sure looks delicious!!