Baked Feta Gnocchi
Baked Feta Gnocchi is a delightful one-pan dish that combines creamy, melted feta cheese with tender gnocchi and juicy cherry tomatoes. This easy-to-make recipe bursts with Mediterranean flavors, transforming any weeknight meal into a gourmet experience. With minimal effort, you’ll create a visually stunning and mouthwatering dish that’s perfect for sharing with family or friends. Get ready to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings with every savory bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound gnocchi (store-bought)
- 8 oz feta cheese (block)
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease an oven-safe baking dish with a drizzle of olive oil.
- In the baking dish, mix halved cherry tomatoes and minced garlic; coat with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Place the block of feta cheese in the center; drizzle with remaining olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Bake for about 25 minutes until tomatoes burst and feta is golden.
- While baking, cook gnocchi according to package instructions; drain thoroughly.
- Once baked, mash the feta and tomatoes into a creamy sauce using a fork. Toss in cooked gnocchi until evenly coated.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Customize by adding bell peppers or zucchini for extra veggies. For added heat, sprinkle in chili flakes before baking. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.