Vegan Gnocchi with Pesto, Spinach, and Cannellini Beans

Ingredients and Weight:

• Vegan gnocchi: 24 ounces (2 packages)
• Fresh spinach: 16 ounces
• Cannellini beans, rinsed and drained: 15 ounces
• Pesto sauce: 1 cup
• Olive oil: 1/4 cup
• Garlic, minced: 2 cloves
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 15-20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• Easy (Level 1)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cook the gnocchi according to the package instructions.
2. While the gnocchi is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the spinach and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
5. Add the cannellini beans and pesto sauce to the skillet. Heat through for 2 minutes.
6. Drain the gnocchi and add it to the skillet. Stir to combine.
7. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 400 per serving
• Fat: 15 grams
• Carbohydrates: 50 grams
• Protein: 15 grams
• Fiber: 10 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and flavorful pesto sauce
• Tender gnocchi
• Nutty cannellini beans
• Greens from the spinach
• Can be easily customized with different vegetables or proteins

User Comments:

• "This dish is so delicious and creamy, I can't believe it's vegan!"
• "The gnocchi is perfectly cooked and the pesto sauce is amazing."
• "I love that this dish is so versatile and easy to make."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a store-bought pesto sauce that contains no dairy or animal-derived ingredients.
• If you don't have fresh spinach, you can use frozen spinach.
• You can add any other vegetables you like to the dish, such as broccoli, zucchini, or mushrooms.