Gnocchi Caprese Salad

Name: Gnocchi Caprese Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved; 12 ounces small fresh mozzarella cheese balls, halved; 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced; 16 ounces potato gnocchi; Balsamic glaze, for serving

Total Time Prep: 10 min. Cook: 15 min.

Yield 6 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

If you love the fresh flavors of a classic tomato, mozzarella and basil salad, this gnocchi Caprese salad recipe is for you.

Ingredients

1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
12 ounces small fresh mozzarella cheese balls, halved
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
16 ounces potato gnocchi
Balsamic glaze, for serving

Directions

In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, 2 tablespoons olive oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, garlic powder and basil. Gently stir to combine; set aside.
Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet set over medium heat. Add gnocchi; cook until golden brown, 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add gnocchi to the bowl with the tomato mixture; gently toss to combine. Drizzle with balsamic glaze to serve.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 412 calories, 22g fat (10g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 617mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 16g protein.