Pan-Seared Gnocchi with Parmesan-Roasted Summer Squash and Herbs

Name: Pan-Seared Gnocchi with Parmesan-Roasted Summer Squash and Herbs
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 small zucchini (about 4 ounces each), sliced; 2 small summer squash (about 4 ounces each), sliced; 2 oz. Parmesan, grated (about 1/2 cup); 2 garlic cloves, pressed; 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper; 4 tbsp. olive oil, divided; Kosher salt; 1 (16-ounce) package refrigerated or shelf-stable gnocchi; 1 tbsp. lemon zest; 1/4 c. fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped; 1/4 c. fresh mint, chopped; 2 tbsp. chopped fresh chives

This easy weeknight dinner is packed with flavor!

By Kate MerkerPublished: Aug 11, 2021

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panseared gnocchi with parmesanroasted summer squash and herbs

Hector M. Sanchez

Yields:

4 serving(s)

Prep Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

25 mins

Instead of boiling gnocchi like pasta, a quick turn in a hot skillet gives them a slight char and a delightful crunchy-chewy texture. Served with seasonal roasted squash, you've got a weeknight dinner the whole fam will clamor for.

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Ingredients

2 small zucchini (about 4 ounces each), sliced
2 small summer squash (about 4 ounces each), sliced
2 oz. Parmesan, grated (about 1/2 cup)
2 garlic cloves, pressed
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper
4 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
Kosher salt
1 (16-ounce) package refrigerated or shelf-stable gnocchi
1 Tbsp. lemon zest
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh chives

Directions

1. Step 1Preheat oven to 450°F. Combine zucchini, squash, Parmesan, garlic, crushed red pepper, and 2 tablespoons oil in a bowl. Season with salt. Arrange on two rimmed baking sheets. Bake, turning once, until golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes.
2. Step 2Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add gnocchi in a single layer. Cook, without stirring, 2 minutes. Toss and continue cooking until golden brown and crisp, 3 to 4 minutes. Fold in zucchini mixture, lemon zest, parsley, mint, and chives.

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