Gnocchi With Asparagus & Olives in a Creamy Pesto Sauce Recipe

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Gnocchi With Asparagus & Olives in a Creamy Pesto Sauce
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  1. Bread Crumb Topping - Make this first and then just set it off to the side. In a small dry saute pan, add the breadcrumbs and bring to medium high heat. You just want to toast them and they don't take long so keep an eye on them. Make sure to keep stirring them. You could easily make your own bread crumbs for this, but I used store bought Italian seasoned bread crumbs which saved some time. Once the bread crumbs are toasted and golden brown, transfer to a small bowl and mix with the olive oil and parmesan cheese.
  2. Vegetables - In a large pot of salted boiling water (on a medium boil), add the asparagus and cook until tender. About 3-5 minutes. It depends on how thick your asparagus is. Remove the asparagus with a slotted spoon to a bowl of ice water to set the color and to stop the cooking. It just needs a minute in the water, then transfer to a plate lined with a paper towel to dry.
  3. Gnocchi - Cook the gnocchi according to package directions. Drain well and return to the pot (keep the heat on medium / medium low.
  4. Finish - Add the cream, pesto, olives, and onions to the gnocchi and cook another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through. Check for seasoning and add any additional salt or pepper if needed. Then add in the asparagus, lemon zest and toss lightly.
  5. Serve - Transfer to a serving platter and top with the toasted bread crumbs and a scoop of the ricotta cheese. Garnish with the lemon slices from the half of lemon you did not zest. ENJOY!
  6. Add a fresh cucumber and tomato salad for a nice simple side dish.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 337.14 Kcal (1412 kJ)
Calories from fat 236.63 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 26.29g 40%
Cholesterol 54.51mg 18%
Sodium 681.17mg 28%
Potassium 171.09mg 4%
Total Carbs 12.83g 4%
Sugars 1.91g 8%
Dietary Fiber 1.92g 8%
Protein 13.18g 26%
Vitamin C 5.1mg 9%
Iron 0.8mg 4%
Calcium 357.1mg 36%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 204.14 Kcal (855 kJ)
Calories from fat 143.28 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 15.92g 40%
Cholesterol 33.01mg 18%
Sodium 412.45mg 28%
Potassium 103.6mg 4%
Total Carbs 7.77g 4%
Sugars 1.16g 8%
Dietary Fiber 1.16g 8%
Protein 7.98g 26%
Vitamin C 3.1mg 9%
Iron 0.5mg 4%
Calcium 216.2mg 36%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 8.6
    Points
  • 9
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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