Best 7 Gnocchi Summer Salad With Pesto Mayonnaise Recipes

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Gnocchi summer salad with pesto mayonnaise is a light and refreshing dish that is perfect for a hot summer day. This salad is made with fresh, seasonal vegetables, tender gnocchi, and a creamy pesto mayonnaise dressing. The bright flavors of the vegetables and the creamy richness of the dressing make this salad a delicious and satisfying meal.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

GNOCCHI WITH PESTO SAUCE



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Perk up gnocchi and vegetables with a flavorful pesto sauce. If you don't have pine nuts for the topping, skip or substitute any nut you like. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (16 ounces) potato gnocchi
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup diced zucchini
1/2 cup chopped sweet yellow pepper
1/4 cup prepared pesto
1 cup chopped tomatoes
Toasted pine nuts, optional

Steps:

  • Cook gnocchi according to package directions; drain., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute zucchini and pepper until zucchini is tender., Add pesto and gnocchi, stirring gently to coat. Stir in tomatoes. If desired, top with pine nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 682mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

GNOCCHI PESTO PASTA SALAD



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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Kosher salt
1 pound gnocchi, from the fresh pasta section of the grocery store
1 cup cut green beans (trim the beans and cut into thirds)
1 cup frozen peas
One 7-ounce container prepared pesto
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish, if desired
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and generously season with salt. Add the gnocchi and cook for 1 minute less than the package directions, or just until the gnocchi begins to rise to the top. Use a slotted spoon to remove the gnocchi to a colander.
  • Put the pot back on the heat and return the water to a boil. Add the green beans and peas and cook until tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain and let cool.
  • Combine the pesto and mayo in a large bowl. Stir in the Parmesan and the cooled beans and peas. Season with salt and pepper. Gently fold in the gnocchi. Garnish with more Parmesan, if desired.

PESTO GNOCCHI RECIPE



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This bright and fresh pesto gnocchi will become your go-to summer meal. It's bold, full of flavor, and so delicious!

Provided by Lil' Luna

Categories     Main Course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

16 ounces potato gnocchi
2 tsp olive oil
1 cup zucchini (diced)
1/2 cup yellow pepper (chopped)
1/4 cup pesto sauce
1 cup tomatoes (chopped)
pine nuts (toasted)
Parmesan Cheese (shredded)

Steps:

  • Cook and drain gnocchi according to package directions.
  • While gnocci is cooking, add olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Saute diced zucchini and peppers until tender.
  • Gently stir in pesto and gnocchi. Add tomatoes and carefully stir to coat. Top with pine nuts and Parmesan cheese (optional). Yield: 4 servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 kcal, Carbohydrate 45 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Sodium 534 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 4 g

GNOCCHI WITH SUMMER VEGETABLES



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A few minutes in a skillet transforms ripe tomatoes and zucchini into a fresh sauce for gnocchi.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 zucchini or summer squash, or one of each (about 2 pounds total), quartered and sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
1 package (15 to 16 ounces) frozen gnocchi
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
2 tablespoons grated Pecorino Romano cheese
1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Add squash and garlic and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until squash is crisp-tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until juicy, about 2 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling salted water, cook gnocchi according to package instructions. Reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid, drain gnocchi and transfer to skillet. Toss gnocchi, adding enough cooking liquid to create a sauce. Remove from heat and stir in basil, cheese, butter, and lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 g, Fat 22 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 17 g

CAULIFLOWER GNOCCHI WITH PESTO AND SUN DRIED TOMATOES



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Pull from your freezer, pantry, and refrigerator to make this quick-cooking, deeply satisfying cauliflower gnocchi dish.

Provided by Green Giant

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Cauliflower     Fried

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

kosher salt, or to taste
2 (10 ounce) packages Green Giant® Cauliflower Gnocchi
2 tablespoons olive oil
⅓ cup prepared pesto
½ cup B&G® Sun Dried Tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¼ cup toasted, sliced almonds
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and season with kosher salt. Add cauliflower gnocchi and cook for 2 minutes. Reserve 1/4 cup cooking liquid. Drain gnocchi well.
  • Heat olive oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add gnocchi in a single layer and cook for 3 minutes. Stir gently to turn the gnocchi onto their other side. Cook 2 more minutes. Reduce heat to low. Add the reserved cooking liquid, then pesto, sun dried tomatoes, and lemon juice. Stir very gently to combine and coat the gnocchi. Remove from heat.
  • Serve immediately topped with almonds and Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 556.5 calories, Carbohydrate 68.7 g, Cholesterol 11.1 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 9.1 g, Protein 18.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 1467.3 mg, Sugar 19.4 g

GNOCCHI SUMMER SALAD WITH PESTO MAYONNAISE



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Categories     Herb     Potato     Side

Yield 6 accompaniment servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (16 ounces) gnocchi (dried or frozen)
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 ounces prosciutto, chopped
4 tablespoons pine nuts
1/4 cup fresh basil, plus extra basil leaves for garnish
1 garlic clove
5 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup mayonnaise
3 ounces sun-dried tomatoes cut into thin strips
3 scallions cut into 1/4 inch pieces
dash of salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Prepare gnocchi as label directs. Drain and set aside. In a medium-size skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add prosciutto and cook 1 1/2 - 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Cook just until the prosciutto begins to crisp. Drain on paper towels and set aside. In the same skillet lightly toast 2 tablespoons of the pine nuts, until slightly browned, about 3 minutes. Set aside with the prosciutto. In a food processor combine the 1/4 cup of fresh basil, garlic clove, Parmesan cheese, and the remaining 2 tablespoons of pine nuts. Blend until smooth. In a medium bowl add the mayonnaise, and fold in the basil puree. Mix gently until combined. To the same bowl add the prosciutto, toasted pine nuts, sun-dried tomatoes, scallions, salt, pepper and cooked gnocchi. Adjust seasonings if necessary. Garnish with remaining basil leaves, and serve immediately.

GNOCCHI ALLA VODKA WITH GROUND BEEF



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This gnocchi has a vodka cream sauce and just the right amount of ground sirloin to give substance without being too heavy.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Gnocchi

Time 30m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (16 ounce) package gnocchi
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium shallot, minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 ounces ground sirloin
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
2 ounces tomato paste
¼ cup vodka
¾ cup heavy whipping cream
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
fresh basil leaves, chiffonade

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of water to boil. Add gnocchi and cook until floating, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water.
  • Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-low heat; add shallot and garlic. Gently cook until shallot has softened and garlic is fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Turn heat up to medium and add the ground sirloin, salt, and red pepper flakes. Add in tomato paste. Allow tomato paste to caramelize. Pour in vodka and deglaze the pan by bringing sauce to a boil while scraping the browned bits with a wooden spoon. Let simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Pour cream into the pan and stir until the paste has completely incorporated. Allow to gently simmer until the sauce begins to thicken, 5 to 10 minutes. Sprinkle in 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese and stir until it melts.
  • Add drained gnocchi to the pan along with reserved 1/2 cup water. Serve topped with basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 702.7 calories, Carbohydrate 36.5 g, Cholesterol 171.4 mg, Fat 44.5 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 29.1 g, SaturatedFat 25.2 g, Sodium 915.6 mg

Tips:

  • Use ripe, in-season tomatoes. This will give your salad the best flavor.
  • Choose a good quality pesto. You can make your own or buy a jarred variety. If you're buying jarred pesto, look for one that is made with fresh basil.
  • Don't overcook the gnocchi. Gnocchi should be cooked until it is tender but still slightly firm.
  • Let the salad cool slightly before serving. This will help the flavors to meld.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh basil or parsley. This will add a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

This summer salad with pesto mayonnaise is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Made with fresh tomatoes, gnocchi, and a creamy pesto mayonnaise dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

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