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Gnocchi with Seasonal Vegetables and Tuna

17/11/2023

Gnocchi with seasonal vegetables and tuna is a versatile and colorful dish that allows the use of fresh ingredients found in local markets depending on the season. Here’s the recipe:

Ingredients

  • 500 g of potato gnocchi (fresh or ready-made)
  • 200 g of canned tuna, drained
  • 1 medium zucchini
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 carrot
  • 1 small onion
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
  • Lemon juice (optional)
  • Chili pepper (optional)

Preparation

  1. Start by washing and cutting your seasonal vegetables: dice the zucchini, slice the bell pepper into strips, and the carrot into thin rounds. Finely chop the onion and garlic.

  2. In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and sauté the garlic and onion until they become translucent.

  3. Add the chopped vegetables to the skillet and sauté until they soften. If desired, add a pinch of chili pepper to give the dish a spicy note.

  4. While the vegetables are cooking, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the gnocchi according to the package instructions (they are usually ready when they float to the surface). Drain them and reserve a cup of the cooking water.

  5. Add the drained tuna to the vegetables in the skillet and gently mix.

  6. Combine the cooked gnocchi with the mixture of vegetables and tuna. If necessary, add a bit of the gnocchi cooking water to make it creamier.

  7. Season with salt and pepper, and if you like, add a bit of lemon juice for a tangy and fresh note.

  8. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley just before serving to add color and freshness to the dish.

Curiosity

Gnocchi are a very ancient type of pasta and represent a classic of Italian cuisine. Their versatility lies in the fact that they can be paired with a myriad of sauces, from the simplest to the most elaborate, and are perfect for embracing the flavors of seasonal vegetables. Moreover, the addition of tuna provides a flavorful and protein-packed touch to the dish, making it complete and balanced.

Gnocchi with Seasonal Vegetables and Tuna