Trader Joe's Sweet Potato Gnocchi Recipe (2024)

This Trader Joe’s Sweet Potato Gnocchi recipe is easy, delicious, and oh-so comforting!

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I am SO EXCITED for today’s post because it is my FAVORITE kind of weeknight meal. Convenient, but still fresh. Comfort food that is still nutritious. Quick, but still impressive. Plus, it utilizes an ingredient that you can always keep in your freezer? Yes, please!

To be honest, I don’t think I’ve ever had sweet potato gnocchi before Trader Joe’s started selling it. I’ve just never tried to make it myself or seen it on a menu before. That being said, I had a feeling I would love it just based on how much I love a good pumpkin or butternut squash ravioli. Similar concept, right? Count me IN.

So I decided to give it a try! The first time I made it, I was frustrated with how Trader Joe’s cauliflower gnocchi cooked on my pans, so I baked it on a sheet pan with some mushrooms and chicken sausage instead. It was good, but it wasn’t amazing. Then, I gave it another try on the stove top and realized that is definitely the way to cook it. The butter and sage in the packaging makes a little sauce when you cook it this way, and it coats all of the ingredients so nicely.

Then I got my new Our Place pan and cooking it was even EASIER, so now I’m never looking back. It even cooks frozen cauliflower gnocchi without sticking, too! No water necessary! (If you haven’t heard me talk about cauliflower gnocchi before, ignore the instructions on the bag and follow these instead!)

Moral of the story: you not only need to get a bag the next time you’re at Trader Joe’s, but you also have to add this recipe to your list. I hope you love it as much as I do!

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Trader Joe’s Sweet Potato Gnocchi Recipe

Ingredients

1/2 tbsp olive oil
1 zucchini, cut into thin half moons
salt and pepper
1 cup frozen corn
1 bag of Trader Joe’s Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Butter and Sage
1.5 cups arugula
1 tsp red pepper flakes
parmesan cheese to taste

Instructions

1. Add olive oil to a nonstick pan over medium heat.

2. Add the half moons of zucchini to the pan and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 6-8 minutes, or until the zucchini is soft.

3. Add the bag of frozen gnocchi and 1 cup of frozen corn. Stir to combine and then cover for about 2-3 minutes.

4. Uncover and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Taste test one gnocchi to make sure it’s warm all the way through.

5. Turn off the heat and stir in red pepper flakes and arugula.

6. Serve with parmesan cheese on top!

Follow along with these step-by-step instructions in this video!

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Trader Joe’s Sweet Potato Gnocchi Variations

Switch up the vegetables!

Don’t like zucchini? That’s no problem. Just switch it out and add your favorite vegetable instead. This would be delicious with broccoli, peppers, or even kale, for instance!

Add a protein.

I really wanted to keep this vegetarian, but if you like to have a protein at dinnertime, just add chicken or any of your other favorite proteins!

Make a sheet pan dinner!

Add Trader Joe’s frozen sweet potato gnocchi, chicken sausage, and mushrooms on a large baking sheet and bake at 425 for 20 minutes. It dries out a little bit using this method, but it’s still delicious.

Make it saucier.

If you like more of a sauce on your gnocchi, you could definitely add a little cream, pesto, or herbed white wine to your pan. I’m imagining a large skillet with caramelized onions, mushrooms, and sweet potato gnocchi with a dash of cream and truffle oil… YUM!

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Trader Joe's Sweet Potato Gnocchi Recipe

Yield: 2

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 18 minutes

Total Time: 23 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 zucchini, cut into thin half moons
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 bag of Trader Joe's Sweet Potato Gnocchi
  • 1.5 cups arugula
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes
  • parmesan cheese to taste

Instructions

    1. Add olive oil to a nonstick pan and

    2. Add the half moons of zucchini to the pan and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 6-8 minutes, or until the zucchini is soft.

    3. Add the bag of sweet potato gnocchi and 1 cup of frozen corn. Stir to combine and then cover for about 2-3 minutes.

    4. Uncover and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Taste test one gnocchi to make sure it's warm all the way through.

    5. Turn off the heat and stir in red pepper flakes and arugula.

    6. Serve with parmesan cheese on top!

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Nutrition Information:

Yield: 2 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 272Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 21mgSodium: 214mgCarbohydrates: 50gFiber: 5gSugar: 6gProtein: 9g

PS. You might also like Cauliflower Gnocchi with Asparagus, Chicken Sausage and Pesto (Gluten Free), Spicy Cashew Dressing Salad, and Roasted Zucchini and Tomatoes with Turkey Meatballs and Cauliflower Gnocchi.

Trader Joe's Sweet Potato Gnocchi Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is the best store bought sweet potato gnocchi? ›

Best Sweet Potato Gnocchi: Cappello's Sweet Potato Gnocchi

Both Trader Joe's and Capello's sweet potato gnocchi were delicious in flavor and texture, but we like that Cappello's product offers the ability to pair with any sauce or topping. (Trader Joe's version comes with an already mixed-in butter and sage sauce.)

What protein to serve with sweet potato gnocchi? ›

Chicken. Add some protein to your dinner with Baked Chicken Breast or Air Fryer Chicken Thighs.

Does Trader Joe's have sweet potato gnocchi? ›

All you need to pick up at Trader Joe's is a bag of frozen sweet potato gnocchi, a package of sweet Italian chicken sausage, and a container of pesto. It's also well-suited to be tinkered with depending on what your Trader Joe's currently has in stock or simply what you're in the mood for.

Why is my sweet potato gnocchi sticky? ›

If dough is too sticky, add more flour and knead it in. I like to knead my gnocchi dough until it is fairly stiff — this part is up to you.

What is the best bought potato gnocchi? ›

However, some popular and well-regarded brands for potato gnocchi include:
  • De Cecco: De Cecco is an Italian brand known for its high-quality pasta products, including potato gnocchi.
  • La Valle: La Valle is another reputable Italian brand that produces a variety of pasta products, including gnocchi.
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Is there a difference between gnocchi and potato gnocchi? ›

Unlike potato gnocchi, Roman gnocchi (Gnocchi alla romana), are made with semolina instead of potatoes and flour, that's why they are also called Semolina gnocchi. Roman gnocchi are shaped differently than potato gnocchi.

What is traditionally served with gnocchi? ›

The Gnudi, or spinach and ricotta gnocchi, is a typical recipe from Tuscany, usually served with a simple tomato sauce or with butter and sage. In fancy restaurants, sometimes these are served with very special aged parmesan cheese like pecorino or with a slice of lard that melts in contact with the hot gnocchi.

Does gnocchi have more protein than pasta? ›

Additionally, it is necessary to eat optimal levels of protein to gain muscle, and a two ounce portion of pasta contains 7.5 grams of protein, while the same size portion of gnocchi contains only 2.5 grams.

Do you have to boil Trader Joe's gnocchi? ›

Trader Joe's provides three methods for cooking the gnocchi: in a pan cooked with a little water and then browned with oil or butter, boiled, or microwaved.

How long to cook Trader Joe's gnocchi? ›

Method: Preheat oven to 425 degrees then line a half sheet pan with a silpat or parchment paper. Pour frozen gnocchi onto the pan then spread into an even layer and mist with nonstick spray. Roast for 20 minutes, or until golden brown, stirring halfway through.

How many calories are in Trader Joe's sweet potato gnocchi? ›

Trader Joe's Sweet Potato Gnocchi (1 cup) contains 33g total carbs, 30g net carbs, 12g fat, 6g protein, and 250 calories.

What should you not do when making gnocchi? ›

Don't overwork the dough: When making gnocchi dough, it's important not to overwork it. Overworking the dough can make the gnocchi tough and chewy. Mix the ingredients together just until the dough comes together, and then stop mixing! You're not kneading bread here.

Does sweet potato gnocchi taste different? ›

What does Sweet Potato Gnocchi taste like? Gnocchi is often made with potatoes and tastes the same. But when you use sweet potatoes in the recipe then gnocchi turns out a little sweet. They don't have an empowering sweet flavor but have a little sweet after taste.

Can you cook gnocchi in sauce instead of water? ›

A perfect quick and easy weeknight dinner recipe, the mini gnocchi is cooked directly in the vodka sauce, no pre-boiling necessary (which means less dishes for you!)

Is frozen or dried gnocchi better? ›

If gnocchi are made with potato flakes or dried starch, it is better to go for frozen gnocchi without additives. They have a longer shelf life but include the following ingredients: dried potatoes 80%, wheat flour type '00', potato starch, rice flour, salt, natural flavoring.

Which Japanese sweet potato is the best? ›

While the sweet and sticky nettori-kei have been popular since the early 2000s, the more traditional flavor and texture profile of Japanese-grown sweet potatoes was the hoku hoku-kei, known for their heartiness and balance of sweetness.

How many carbs are in Trader Joe's sweet potato gnocchi? ›

Trader Joe's Sweet Potato Gnocchi (1 cup) contains 33g total carbs, 30g net carbs, 12g fat, 6g protein, and 250 calories.

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