🍅 Cheesy Gnocchi Napoli Bake
A comforting veggie bake inspired by the heart of Italy. Pillowy gnocchi wrapped in a rich tomato sauce, finished with gooey mozzarella - this dish is the ultimate quick and satisfying comfort meal.
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Cooking time:
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Nut-Free, Freezable
5 mins
30 mins
Easy
4
Sugars
8g
Kcal
351
Fibre
6g
Fat
10g
Protein
11g
Saturates
5g
Salt
0.7g
Carbs
50g
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Cooking time:
Prep time:
5 mins
Nut-Free, Freezable
Difficulty:
Serves:
30 mins
Easy
4
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Dietary Types
Sugars
8g
Fibre
6g
Protein
11g
Salt
0.7g
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Prep time:
Cooking time:
Difficulty:
Serves:
Nut-Free, Freezable
5 mins
30 mins
Easy
4
Sugars
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Fibre
~N/A~
Protein
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Salt
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Ingredients:
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 red pepper, deseeded and finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• 400g can chopped tomatoes
• 500g pack gnocchi
• Handful of basil leaves, torn
• Half a 125g ball mozzarella, torn into chunks
Instructions:
1. Heat the grill to high. Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan, then soften the chopped onion and red pepper for 5 minutes.
2. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Add the chopped tomatoes and gnocchi, bring to a simmer.
3. Bubble for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gnocchi is soft and the sauce has thickened.
4. Season, stir through the basil, and pour into a large ovenproof dish.
5. Scatter over the mozzarella chunks and grill for 4–5 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
Healthy Swaps & Tips:
• Use wholegrain gnocchi or lentil-based gnocchi for more fibre
• Swap mozzarella for a reduced-fat version or dairy-free alternative
• Add chopped spinach or courgette for extra veg
• Throw in some chilli flakes for a spicy kick
Storage & Meal Prep:
• Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers keep for 2 days in the fridge
• Reheat in microwave or oven until piping hot
• Can be frozen, though cheese may slightly change texture
• Great for quick lunches or weeknight dinners
Ideal For:
• Families looking for a quick veggie dinner
• Students and busy professionals needing a no-fuss meal
• Comfort food lovers who want something lighter
• Anyone easing into meat-free eating
Tasty 😋