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Butternut Squash Gnocchi on a white plate

Butternut Squash Gnocchi

This easy 3-ingredient gnocchi made from scratch in just a few minutes is indeed worth trying! This gluten-free, egg-free, and vegan version of traditional potato gnocchi is made with butternut squash. Just boil water, cook for a few minutes, and add your favorite seasonings and sauce to enjoy a hearty, healthy meal at any time.
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Course: Entrée, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: Butternut Squash Gnocchi
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250kcal

Ingredients

Vegan Cheese Sauce

  • 1/2 cup raw cashews rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast flakes
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Peel and chop the squash, then bake for 40 minutes or until tender on a baking sheet. I used a fork to mash them, but if you like, you can puree it in a food processor or with a hand blender. Let it cool.
  • In a bowl, mix the gluten-free flour and salt, then add mashed butternut squash. Mix well until it is thoroughly combined.
  • In a large pot, bring water to a boil, and add a pinch of salt.
  • Dust flour lightly over a clean countertop. Divide the dough in half and make two thin ropes. You may dust the ropes with more flour if the dough is too sticky. Cut the rope into 1-inch slices.
  • Use a gnocchi board. Place the gnocchi dough on the board and press gently across the board with your thumb to make an indentation on the gnocchi. Use a fork. If you don't have a gnocchi board, don't worry; use fork tines to make an indentation.
  • Place prepared gnocchi on a parchment-lined baking sheet and lightly dust with flour to prevent sticking.
  • Add the gnocchi to boiling water and cook until they float. Drain and top with your favorite sauce.

For The Vegan Cheese Sauce

  • Place cashews, water, nutritional yeast flakes, onion powder, garlic powder, salt in a high-speed blender and process until smooth.
  • Pour vegan sauce in a pot over medium-high heat, cook until thick, stirring constantly with a whisk
  • Pour over gnocchi and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 589mg | Potassium: 324mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3721IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 3mg