Description
Crispy Roasted Vegetables with Gnocchi is the ultimate easy dinner idea—hearty, colorful, and full of flavor. It’s a one-pan vegetarian recipe featuring golden, crisp gnocchi paired with tender roasted vegetables like zucchini, bell pepper, and tomatoes. This healthy dinner is ideal for busy weeknights when you want something quick and satisfying. Perfect for food ideas that feel cozy but effortless, it also makes a great meal prep or lunchbox favorite. Serve it as a main dish or pair it with soup or salad for a well-rounded meal.
Ingredients
16 oz gnocchi
1 zucchini, chopped
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 red onion, sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan or vegan cheese
Fresh basil, optional for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine gnocchi, zucchini, red bell pepper, red onion, and cherry tomatoes.
3. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
4. Spread the mixture in a single layer on the sheet pan. Roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
5. Once gnocchi is golden and vegetables are tender, sprinkle with Parmesan or vegan cheese.
6. Return to oven for 2–3 more minutes until cheese melts.
7. Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.
Notes
Use shelf-stable gnocchi for best crisp texture.
Avoid overcrowding the pan—spread out veggies and gnocchi evenly.
For a vegan version, skip Parmesan or use a dairy-free substitute.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 6mg
Keywords: crispy gnocchi, roasted vegetables, easy dinner, vegetarian dinner, one-pan meal