While the instructions on a package of shelf-stable gnocchi might tell you to boil them, the secret—which I learned from my friend (and brilliant recipe developer) Ali Slagle—is that these types of gnocchi are at their best when roasted or pan-fried. Direct heat from the oven (or pan), along with a good bit of olive oil, helps them crisp on the outside while remaining chewy and tender within. Roasting them alongside some cherry tomatoes, which burst to create a jammy sauce, means you’ve got dinner in 25 minutes—just add a heap of greens and lots of sharp cheese and you’re good to go. —Sarah Jampel
This recipe is part of Short Is Sweet, our collection of summer dishes that deliver a whole lot of deliciousness in 30 minutes or less.
Recipe information
Yield
4 Servings
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Place a rack in middle of oven; preheat to 425°. Toss onion, garlic, tomatoes, gnocchi, 3 Tbsp. oil, and 1¼ tsp. Diamond Crystal or ¾ tsp. Morton kosher salt on a rimmed baking sheet to coat; season generously with pepper and toss again to combine.
Step 2
Roast, stirring once or twice, until gnocchi are golden and starting to crisp, most of the tomatoes have burst, and onion is golden, 25–30 minutes.
Step 3
Remove garlic from baking sheet, peel, and place in a small bowl. Mash with ¼ tsp. salt (garlic should be quite soft). Whisk in lemon juice and remaining 1 Tbsp. oil; season dressing with pepper and more salt if needed.
Step 4
Add arugula, basil, and Parmesan to baking sheet and drizzle dressing over; toss to combine. Divide among plates and drizzle with a little more oil.
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Reviews (13)
Back to TopAwesome, quick dinner. I loved the idea of roasting the garlic, then smashing it into the final dressing. It mellowed out the flavor of the garlic but still kept it punchy. I'll make this again asap!
Greg
Austin, TX
6/13/2023
Excellent! I add sausage midway. Rustic and Delicious!
Dan
Lake Forest, IL
3/10/2024
Quick and tasty, even when made with gf gnocchi! Didn’t change a thing.
Jane
Hamden
2/27/2024
This was outstanding! I served it along side a strip steak, this will be a go to for us.
Birdie Wescott
Shippensburg,PA
10/18/2023
On the website
Betsy T
Bethany, Ct
8/20/2023
I love love love a good quick weeknight recipe. I am always so exhausted after I get off work. This is perfect for something fast and delicious to make, clean up is simple as well. I make this pretty often!!
Breezy
Austin, TX
6/27/2023
So yummy! Highly recommend
Maria
Chicago, IL
6/3/2023
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