The best Broccoli Gnocchi with 2 ingredients only!

Have you ever tried broccoli gnocchi? If not, you’re in for a treat! 💚

These little green pillows are incredibly soft, tender, and practically melt in your mouth. Made with simple ingredients, they’re a delicious homemade alternative to traditional potato gnocchi and a wonderful way to bring more vegetables to the family table.

Broccoli is naturally rich in vitamin C, and these gnocchi are a fun, tasty way to introduce this nutritious green vegetable to your little ones — even the picky eaters! 😉

Toss them with melted butter and freshly grated Parmesan cheese for a simple, comforting dish that everyone will love.

Easy to make, delicious to eat, and 100% family approved! 💯

🥦 Ingredients

For the gnocchi:

• 2 lb broccoli florets, boiled and well drained
• 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting and rolling
• 1 tsp salt

For the dressing:

• Butter, to taste
• Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, to taste

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cook the broccoli.
Boil the broccoli florets until tender. Drain them very well, removing as much excess water as possible. This step is important to help achieve the right dough consistency.

2. Mash the broccoli.
Blend or mash the cooked broccoli until smooth. Let it cool slightly before preparing the dough.

3. Make the dough.
Place the broccoli in a large bowl and add the salt and flour. Mix until a soft, workable dough forms. Add a little extra flour if needed, but avoid adding too much to keep your gnocchi light and tender.

4. Shape the gnocchi.
Dust your work surface with flour. Divide the dough into portions and roll each portion into long ropes. Cut into small, bite-sized pieces.

5. Cook the gnocchi.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the gnocchi in batches. Once they float to the surface, allow them to cook briefly longer, then remove them with a slotted spoon.

6. Add the finishing touch.
Melt the butter in a pan, add the freshly cooked gnocchi, and gently toss to coat. Finish with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

Serve immediately and enjoy every delicious bite!

💚 A little green goodness

These homemade broccoli gnocchi are proof that eating more vegetables doesn’t have to be boring. They’re comforting, versatile, and perfect for a family lunch or dinner.

Would your little ones try these green gnocchi? Save this recipe for your next family cooking day, and let me know how they turn out! 🥦✨

💡 Tips & Tricks for Perfect Broccoli Gnocchi

🥦 1. Try cauliflower instead!
Not a big fan of broccoli? No problem! You can substitute it with cauliflower for an equally delicious version. It’s a great way to switch things up while keeping the recipe veggie-packed.

❄️ 2. Make them ahead and freeze!
Not ready to enjoy them right away? Freeze your uncooked gnocchi in a single layer on a floured tray. Once frozen, transfer them to a freezer-safe bag or container. When you’re ready to eat, cook them straight from frozen in boiling water — no need to thaw!

💧 3. Drain the vegetables really well.
This is the secret to getting the perfect dough! Broccoli holds a lot of water, and too much moisture means you’ll need more flour, which can make your gnocchi heavy. Let the broccoli drain thoroughly and cool before mashing.

👩‍🍳 4. Keep them soft and tender.
Try not to add too much flour when kneading and shaping the dough. Use just enough to make it manageable, and avoid overworking it. The less flour you need, the softer your gnocchi will be!

💚 Happy cooking, and enjoy these little green bites of goodness!

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Broccoli Gnocchi

Ingredients

For the gnocchi:

• 2 lb broccoli florets boiled and well drained
• 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting and rolling
• 1 tsp salt

For the dressing:

• Butter to taste
• Freshly grated Parmesan cheese to taste

Instructions

Cook the broccoli.

1. Boil the broccoli florets until tender. Drain them very well, removing as much excess water as possible. This step is important to help achieve the right dough consistency.

Mash the broccoli.

1. Blend or mash the cooked broccoli until smooth. Let it cool slightly before preparing the dough.

Make the dough.

1. Place the broccoli in a large bowl and add the salt and flour. Mix until a soft, workable dough forms. Add a little extra flour if needed, but avoid adding too much to keep your gnocchi light and tender.

Shape the gnocchi.

1. Dust your work surface with flour. Divide the dough into portions and roll each portion into long ropes. Cut into small, bite-sized pieces.

Cook the gnocchi.

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the gnocchi in batches. Once they float to the surface, allow them to cook briefly longer, then remove them with a slotted spoon.

Add the finishing touch.

1. Melt the butter in a pan, add the freshly cooked gnocchi, and gently toss to coat. Finish with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.