Yield: 2

Delicious Fluffy Cauliflower Gnocchi Recipe

Make your own homemade fluffy cauliflower gnocchi with a simple step by step tutorial! This delicious recipe is ideal for serving in place of traditional pasta!

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 lb cauliflower florets
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 small egg (or 1/2 large)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
  • Zest of 1 lemon

Instructions

  1. Steam cauliflower florets for 10 minutes until tender.  Set aside to cool.
  2. Drain excess liquid, then using a ricer or cheesecloth, squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
  3. In a large bowl, mash the cauliflower well, then combine with cheese, flour, salt, and egg and mix until a dough begins to form.  Using a food processor makes this easier to manage.
  4. Dust a clean work surface with a generous amount of flour, then roll the dough into a log.
  5. Cut the log into two sections.
  6. Roll each section into a rope about 1" in diameter.
  7. Cut into small pieces 1" to 1 1/2" wide.
  8. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the gnocchi for 3-4 minutes then drain.
  9. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat, then add in the gnocchi and cook for 4-5 minutes stirring regularly, until golden.
  10. Mix in chopped thyme and lemon zest.
  11. Serve with additional Parmesan shredded on top.

Notes

Season with preferred herbs or serve with any pasta sauce.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

2

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 464Total Fat: 30gSaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 141mgSodium: 1452mgCarbohydrates: 38gFiber: 7gSugar: 6gProtein: 16g