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Pumpkin Gnocchi with Sage Butter

Deliciously Easy Pumpkin Gnocchi with Sage Butter Recipe

Enjoy the flavors of autumn with this delicious Pumpkin Gnocchi with Sage Butter, a comforting and vegan-friendly dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Gnocchi
  • 1 cup Pumpkin canned pumpkin puree can be used as a substitute
  • 1 large Russet Potato
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour add gradually to maintain a light texture
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
For the Sage Butter
  • ½ cup Vegan Butter can use regular butter for non-vegan version
  • ¼ cup Fresh Sage Leaves substitute dried sage if needed
Optional Garnishes
  • 2 tablespoons Nutritional Yeast/Vegan Parmesan for a cheesy note
  • ¼ cup Toasted Pine Nuts adds crunch and richness

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Slotted Spoon

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Step 1: Prepare Vegetables - Peel and cube the pumpkin and russet potato, then boil in salted water until fork-tender, about 10–15 minutes. Drain and mash until smooth.
  2. Step 2: Make Dough - In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed pumpkin and potato, then gradually add salt and all-purpose flour until a soft dough forms.
  3. Step 3: Shape Gnocchi - Divide the dough into four portions, roll into logs, and cut into pillow-shaped pieces. Optionally, create ridges with a fork.
  4. Step 4: Cook Gnocchi - Boil salted water, drop in gnocchi, and cook for 1–2 minutes until they float to the surface. Drain well.
  5. Step 5: Make Sage Butter - In a skillet, melt vegan butter and add fresh sage leaves. Cook until crispy, about 3–5 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Serve - Drizzle the sage butter over the gnocchi, garnishing with nutritional yeast, pine nuts, and crispy sage leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve this dish with a refreshing green salad or roasted Brussels sprouts for a complete autumn meal.

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