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Crispy Gnocchi Salad

Crispy Gnocchi Salad with Creamy Cottage Cheese Dressing

A delightful Crispy Gnocchi Salad featuring crispy gnocchi, sweet carrots, and protein-rich cottage cheese dressing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gnocchi
  • 1 package Gnocchi
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh or Dried Herbs (parsley, dill, chives, oregano, thyme)
For the Salad
  • 4 cups Mixed Greens (leafy greens, arugula, or lamb's lettuce)
  • 1 cup Carrots grated
  • 1 can Canned Corn
  • 1 can Canned Tuna or chickpeas for vegetarian option
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Sunflower Seeds toasted
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Light Balsamic Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • air fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Toast the sunflower seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the Gnocchi with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs; coat evenly.
  3. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat; sauté the seasoned Gnocchi for 7-10 minutes until crispy.
  4. In a small bowl, combine cottage cheese, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper; mix until creamy.
  5. In a large serving bowl, combine mixed greens, carrots, corn, and tuna or chickpeas; toss gently.
  6. Add crispy Gnocchi and drizzle dressing over the salad; toss to coat.
  7. Sprinkle toasted sunflower seeds over the salad and serve immediately while warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, keep Gnocchi separate until serving to maintain crispiness. Enjoy fresh for optimal texture.

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