Gnocchi Puttanesca (Vegan!)
This easy gnocchi puttanesca is made using the iconic Italian flavours of tomatoes, garlic, capers, olives and chilli but without the anchovies making it completely vegan. This is a simple yet rich and delicious pasta dish that can be made in just 30 minutes making it perfect for busy weeknights.
Servings 4 people
Calories 316kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3-4 cloves garlic thinly sliced
- ¼ teaspoon chilli flakes
- ¼ cup pitted black or kalamata olives whole or halved
- 1 tablespoon capers
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 400 grams canned cherry tomatoes
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- 500 grams gnocchi
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil optional for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and chilli flakes, cooking for 1–2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
- Stir in the olives and capers, cooking for another 2 minutes to release the flavours.
- Add the tomato paste to the pan, stirring to coat the olives and capers. Cook for 1–2 minutes until the paste deepens in colour.
- Pour in the canned cherry tomatoes and sprinkle in the oregano. Stir well and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavours have melded together.
- While the sauce simmers, cook the gnocchi according to the package instructions. Reserve ¼ cup of the cooking water, then drain the gnocchi.
- Add the cooked gnocchi to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. If needed, add a bit of the reserved cooking water to help the sauce cling to the gnocchi.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately garnished with fresh basil and extra chilli flakes if desired.
Notes
Gnocchi: check your ingredients as some gnocchi can contain dairy and or eggs making it not suitable for a vegan diet. You can also use gluten-free gnocchi to make this recipe gluten-free as well.
Serving size: this recipe served 3-4 depending on serving size. If you prefer larger portions you may find it's more like 2-3 serves.
Nutrition
Calories: 316kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 777mg | Potassium: 351mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 351IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 6mg
