Vegan Mushroom & Spinach Gnocchi

INGREDIENTS

• One packet of potato-based vegan gnocchi
• Mixed mushrooms, one cup
• 2 cups of fresh spinach leaves
• Garlic cloves 2, chopped
• Olive oil 1 tbsp
• One tsp of dried thyme
• Salt, add to taste
• Black pepper (powder) adds to the flavor
• Vegan cream 1/4 cup, coconut-based
• Nutritional yeast, optional

INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTES

Gnocchi:

• I use potato-based gnocchi to make this spinach and mushroom dish. Low-carb cauliflower-based gnocchi can also be used.

Mushrooms:

• Incorporate fresh mixed mushrooms such as button, cremini, and shiitake into the wok. Experiment with different sorts of mushrooms.

Spinach:

• We will pick only fresh green spinach leaves. Frozen spinach can also work well.

Cream:

• Choose a vegan-friendly cream option. The cream aids in creating a silky and creamy consistency to the dish.

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Put the gnocchi in a nonstick pot and cover it with water (salted).
2. Next, boil it according to the packet instructions.
3. After that, move the boiled gnocchi to a colander to remove any extra water.
4. Meanwhile, we will prepare the other items.
5. Now, cut the mixed mushrooms into slices with a knife.
6. Then, add olive oil to a nonstick wok and warm it.
7. Now, add sliced mushrooms to the wok.
8. Simmer it over medium burner heat for about 6/7 minutes.
9. Next, add fresh spinach leaves and garlic to the mushrooms.
10. Again, simmer all items until the spinach leaves are softened.
11. After that, add boiled gnocchi to the mushroom mixture.
12. Mix with a spoon until the mixture is well combined with the gnocchi.
13. Now, add black pepper, dried thyme, vegan cream, and salt to the mixture.
14. Simmer for an extra 3/4 minutes.
15. The delicious Mushroom & Spinach Gnocchi dish is ready.
16. Serve it on a plate. Top it with nutritional yeast and savor its flavors.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

• Pair this gnocchi dish with a glass of vegan wine like Pinot Grigio.
• Vegan breadsticks or crispy garlic bread go well with this spinach dish.
• Enjoy it with a vegan arugula salad and roasted Mediterranean vegetables.
• Serve this dish with lemon tahini kale salad and stuffed Portobello mushrooms.

TIPS

• Use premium-quality vegan gnocchi made from potato or cauliflower for the best texture.
• Opt for fresh and good-quality mushrooms.
• Try this dish with different types of mushrooms for varying tastes.
• You can include herbs or spices to your taste.
• Cook spinach until it is wilted. But the spinach color will remain green after cooking.
• Select top-quality vegan cream for a creamy.