I have been on a lemon kick recently, and it is still in full swing with this lemon gnocchi! We’ve got a simple lemon butter sauce, with plenty of cheese and mascarpone to make it extra smooth. It’s finished off with lots of herbs, pine nuts and cheese. I think it’s the perfect summer dish and I’m so excited for you to try it!

ingredients needed for lemon gnocchi

• 1 16 oz package gnocchi
• 4 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• zest of one lemon
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• salt and pepper
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup mascarpone
• dill, basil, pine nuts for topping

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lemon gnocchi

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Servings 3 – 4 servings

ingredients

  

• 1 16 oz package gnocchi
• 4 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• zest of one lemon
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• salt and pepper
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup mascarpone
• dill, basil, pine nuts for topping

instructions

 

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the gnocchi and cook according to package instructions (reserving some pasta water).
• Add the butter to a separate large pan over medium heat.
• When the butter has melted, add lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
• Add the mascarpone cheese and parmesan. Stir until melted and combined.
• Add the gnocchi and stir until fully coated. If the sauce is getting too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water and stir.
• Transfer the gnocchi to a bowl and top with basil, dill, pine nuts, and extra parmesan. Enjoy while hot!