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Gnocchi in an Instant with Arugula-Pistachio Pesto
Our search for a better way to make gnocchi brought us to an unexpected place: instant potato flakes. Not only do we get more consistent results, but there also is no need to peel, boil and rice potatoes. We sauce the gnocchi with a peppery green arugula and pistachio pesto. You’ll have leftover pesto, but in an airtight container, with plastic wrap pressed directly against the surface, it will keep in the refrigerator for about a week or in the freezer for up to a month.
4-6
Servings
Tip
Don’t overknead the dough. Use a light hand and knead just until the dough is cohesive and smooth. Overworking will cause gluten development, which will make the gnocchi dense and stodgy.
1¼ hours
For the pesto:
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⅓
cup raw or roasted pistachios
Directions
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01To make the pesto, in a food processor, grind the pistachios, cheese and ¾ teaspoon each salt and pepper until they resemble coarse sand, 10 to 20 seconds. Add the arugula, oil and lemon juice; process until almost completely smooth, about 20 seconds. Transfer half (about ¾ cup) to a large bowl; set aside. (See headnote for how to store the remainder).
Reviews
June 2, 2026
Foolproof recipe
I have made this gnocchi recipe many times and it always works out. I haven’t tried the pesto, so I can’t speak to that, but if you’re looking for an easy and reliable gnocchi recipe, please try this!
June 26, 2025
Great pesto
I don’t eat potatoes because I’m on a keto diet, but the pesto goes beautifully with roast chicken. Tomorrow I’ll make a chicken salad with the leftover bird and pesto. I expect good results.
June 12, 2025
substitution question
have to follow a low fodmap diet for the time being and pistachios are not allowed. Any suggestions? Thank you.
May 13, 2025
Bright, nutritious pesto
I cheated and used TJs frozen cauliflower gnocchi with huge success. Took minutes to prepare- great Tuesday night dinner.
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