Low Carb Gnocchi with Cream Sauce
Indulge in a hearty and guilt-free twist on a classic Italian favorite with this Low Carb Gnocchi with Cream Sauce recipe. Destined to impress, this dish swaps traditional potato-based gnocchi for a rich and savory blend of ricotta cheese, almond flour, and Parmesan, delivering tender clouds of flavor while staying keto-friendly. Tossed in a luscious garlic-infused cream sauce that’s enriched with fresh spinach, basil, and a hint of nutmeg, every forkful is a perfect harmony of decadent and wholesome ingredients. Ready in under 40 minutes, this quick and satisfying recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or dinner parties alike. Pair it with a crisp green salad to complete the meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup almond flour
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 0.25 cup fresh basil
- 0.125 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, ground black pepper, and garlic powder.
Mix the ingredients thoroughly until a dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add a bit more almond flour.
On a clean surface, roll the dough into long ropes, about 1/2 inch thick. Cut into 1-inch pieces to form gnocchi.
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil.
Add the gnocchi to the boiling water. Cook until the gnocchi float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
Add the heavy cream and stir constantly until the sauce begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.
Add fresh spinach to the cream sauce and cook until wilted.
Stir in the fresh basil and nutmeg, then add cooked gnocchi to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with the cream sauce.
Serve hot, garnishing with additional grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1978 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 176.9 g | 227% | |
| Saturated Fat | 79.8 g | 399% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 629 mg | 210% | |
| Sodium | 2315 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.1 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g | ||
| Protein | 72.1 g | 144% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1747 mg | 134% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 336 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
