Description
Spinach & Ricotta Gnudi are delightful, fluffy dumplings that beautifully combine the creamy richness of ricotta cheese with the vibrant flavor of fresh spinach. These light pillows are a perfect comfort food, ideal for any occasion—from casual family dinners to elegant gatherings. With their delicate texture and versatility, they can be served with a variety of sauces, making them an essential addition to your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 oz fresh spinach
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté spinach in olive oil until wilted (about 2 minutes). Cool and chop finely.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, chopped spinach, Parmesan, eggs, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Gradually add flour until you achieve a soft dough-like consistency.
- Roll small portions of dough into bite-sized balls.
- Boil salted water; drop gnudi in and cook until they float (about 3 minutes).
- Serve with your favorite sauce or toss in melted butter and sage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 gnudi (120g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 60mg