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Vegan Pesto Pumpkin Gnocchi with Oven Roasted Broccoli and Brussels Sprouts {GF}

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Gluten free gnocchi recipe – this 4 ingredient recipe has pumpkin gnocchi served with vegan basil pesto, oven roasted broccoli, brussels sprouts and pumpkin seeds. Perfect winter dinner. Gluten Free Gnocchi with Pumpkin, Pesto and Oven Roasted Broccoli and Brussel SproutsGluten free gnocchi recipe – love it or hate it? I used to be the ultimate gnocchi hater. Thick potato based dough dumplings that always seemed overly dry and mushy. The kind of food that sticks to the roof of your mouth and requires serious concentration or extra tools to me removed. No thanks.

But everybody else loves them, and raves about them. Was I missing something?

Yes indeed. I just need to make my own batch of pumpkin gnocchi to fall in love with these bite sized, pillowy, soft and doughy dumplings.

vegan and gluten free pumpkin gnocchi on a plate

Move aside potato – today, we’re making a vegan and gluten free gnocchi recipe using pumpkin. Instead of cheese and eggs we’re using a chia egg and nutritional yeast in this gluten free gnocchi recipe for that same binding and cheesey effect. For an extra kick of flavor pumpkin puree is used in place of potato, and for a gluten-free version a gluten-free flour blend is used.

These four ingredients just need to be mixed together, formed into a ball, rolled out into thin slivers of dough and then cut into one inch segments. With the back of your fork you can also push down a bit to create those famed gnocchi lines.

big bowl of vegan and gluten free pumpkin gnocchi

These pumpkin gnocchi are then tossed into boiling water for just a couple minutes, and then lightly pan fried in olive oil. In this gluten free gnocchi recipe, the pan frying is optional but I kind of loved the lightly crisped up exterior, giving way to the super soft and doughy inside.

I have also come up with the best sauce ever for the pumpkin gnocchi in this gluten free gnocchi recipe. Think vegan basil pesto (home made of course), oven roasted broccoli & brussels sprouts, and toasted pumpkin seeds.

The flavor combination in this gluten free gnocchi recipe is to die for. Oven roasted broccoli might be my all time favorite roasted vegetable with roasted Brussels sprouts coming in at a close second.

And pumpkin seeds do not get nearly as much attention on the dinner plate as they should. Pesto though, you know is always close to my heart.

This gluten free gnocchi recipe was hands down one of my mom’s favorite dishes. She love love loved this pumpkin gnocchi vegan and gluten free recipe especially with the pesto, roasted veggie and pumpkin seed sauce. You have those soft doughy gnocchi, enveloped in a fragrant and herbal basil pesto with lightly charred roasted veggies and the crunch of toasted pumpkin seeds. All the flavors you could ever want in one bite. A perfect hearty winter meal.

gluten free pumpkin gnocchi with a side of bread rolls and pumpkin seeds

And since I’m in such a cheery January winter mode I would love to share that this post also include a GIVEAWAY! Cue the fireworks. Enter below to win a $150 Ikea giftcard.

Is Ikea the best or what? Pretty much everything in my first apartment after college was strictly from Ikea, and I am now happy to see that same cutlery set in Airbnb apartments all over the world. When D and I are traveling and renting apartments, when I open the kitchen drawer to see those same exact forks and knives from Ikea that I had back in Washington DC in 2010, I can’t help but feel a little bit closer to home. You know the ones I’m talking about?

So good luck to everyone in this Ikea giftcard giveaway!

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How to make gluten free gnocchi recipe with pumpkin

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Vegan Pumpkin Gnocchi
Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
45 mins
 

Vegan & Gluten free gnocchi recipe - this 4 ingredient recipe has pumpkin gnocchi served with vegan basil pesto, oven roasted broccoli, brussels sprouts and pumpkin seeds. Perfect winter dinner. 

Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Servings: 4
Calories: 372 kcal
Author: Vicky
Ingredients
for the gnocchi:
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 3/4 cup gluten free flour add more as needed
  • 1 chia egg 1/2 tablespoon chia mixed with 1 and 1/2 tablespoon water
  • 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
for the vegetables:
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 head broccoli chopped into florets
  • 8 ounces brussels sprouts halved
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds
  • 1/4 cup vegan basil pesto
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. In a large bowl combine broccoli and brussels sprouts with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt and pepper. Bake on aluminum foil lined baking sheets in a single layer for 25-30 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl sprinkle chia seeds over water. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until thickened.
  3. In a large bowl combine pumpkin puree, nutritional yeast, chia egg and flour. Mix until dough form.
  4. Form dough into 4 balls and roll out into long thin thread (using more flour as needed). Cut into one inch segments and lightly press down on each one with a fork.
  5. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add salt to taste. Add gnocchi. Cook for 2-4 minutes. Remove from pot.
  6. Heat pan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Lightly pan fry each gnocchi until browned.
  7. Serve with vegan basil pesto, roasted broccoli, roasted brussels sprouts and pumpkin seeds.
Nutrition Facts
Vegan Pumpkin Gnocchi
Amount Per Serving
Calories 372 Calories from Fat 180
% Daily Value*
Fat 20g31%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Cholesterol 1mg0%
Sodium 211mg9%
Potassium 921mg26%
Carbohydrates 39g13%
Fiber 12g50%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 14g28%
Vitamin A 6455IU129%
Vitamin C 185mg224%
Calcium 162mg16%
Iron 4.2mg23%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. Rosie says

    I need some bedding! and I would also look for the sales! I love the OFELIA VASS Duvet cover and pillowcases!

    Reply

  2. christine lee says

    I would buy kitchen supplies. I’m moving into own apartment this semester and need stuff like pans, pots, cutting boards, and other misc items. I would checkout the grocery section too!

    Reply

  10. jberry says

    I have only been to an IKEA once & the one Ikea piece I DO own was second hand from a Salvation Army in Nashville…..I’m open.

    Reply

  13. Heather S says

    I would love to buy my daughter a new pillow and small rug for her room. We just bought a home and moved in and she’s needing a little extra love to feel settled. Thank you for hosting such a super LOVELY giveaway!
    xoxo

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  15. Christy Peeples DuBois says

    IKEA has so many neat items that I can look forever. One item I red urethane is the UPPTÄCKA
    Suitcase on wheels, collapsible, dark gray. Thanks so much.

    Reply

  33. Debra Sluis says

    What would I buy with this? I do think it would be faucets for my bathroom. This house is now 22 years old and sadly, the faucets are sort of gross looking right now. I knew nothing back then and have chrome ones… they look awful now. I would love something new, a better surface. Plus two of them are also leaking now..

    Reply

  38. Neha Kaul says

    Just moved into our very first home so I can think of a few things- a nightstand, a rug for the living room, an end table… : )

    Reply

  57. Abigail says

    So many things! id love new napkins and table linens, a shelving unit to store kids toys, a light fixture for the kitchen…

    Reply

  71. Mary Beth Elderton says

    We have been remodeling an older home for…forever! I am ready to decorate. I might choose lamps or an end table.

    Reply

  75. latoya says

    I’ve actually never even been to Ikea, but everyone keeps telling me I should go. I would use it towards a new sheet set.

    Reply

  88. Trasina McGahey says

    I really need some shelving/storage for the play room! (And that recipe sounds delicious! Def going to try and make it soon!)

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  102. Elle Tucker says

    I think I would opt for some much needed lighting. The overhead bulbs in my apartment are horrible for reading and sewing.

    Reply

  106. Kenya F says

    I’m setting up an office space in my apartment. I already purchased a desk from IKEA so if I’m the lucky winner I would get picture frames, vases, and other desk accessories to give it more life.

    Reply

  114. Lynn says

    I’m cooking more and have so many spices and no where to put them. I need a huge spice rack that I can hang over my pantry door

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  121. Arionna Stanley says

    This looks amazing. Who knew you could transform pumpkin like that. I would use the gift card to purchase a new shoe rack and Some cheap chairs for our kitchen table. Would be cool to finally have some that match.

    Reply

  126. Geena O'Banion says

    I’m thinking of buying some new dishes, silverware and storage containers for food.
    Then looking into a new rug.

    Reply

  162. Debbie F says

    I’d get a new desk. The one I have now is too big. Would be nice to have some extra room with a smaller more compact one.
    Thanks!

    Reply

  169. Holly Storm-Burge says

    I would love to get a good industrial storage shelf for the kitchen tools that won’t fit in the cabinet.

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  170. Laurajj says

    Oh your vegan and gluten free pumpkin gnocchi sounds and looks so amazing! I was diagnosed with celiac about 14 years ago now, and I am still trying to get my cooking better! I cannot wait to try this one! YUM! I have no idea what I would buy from IKEA. I have never been there! We have one not too far, I really need to go and check it out! Looks like they have such fun things! Probably something for the kitchen!

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    • Vicky says

      Thanks so much! If you’re following a gluten free diet you’ll find lots of different recipes to try on my site! Hope you find one you like : ))

      Reply

  187. Devin Johns says

    I would buy a Poang chair and ottoman as well as a solid wood desk top for the adjustable standing desk that I want to buy 🙂 (from a different retailer)

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  207. Barrie says

    With an IKEA gift card, I think I’d purchase bedding items. I’ve only visited an IKEA once and it was many years ago. What an exciting giveaway!

    Reply

  213. Michelle Poole says

    I would shop for kitchen supplies – pans, gadgets, etc. That area in Ikea seems to be my biggest weakness, followed closely by the bedding department.

    Reply

  221. Lori J Pouncey says

    Thank you so much for the delicious recipe. This sounds amazing 🙂
    Thank you also for the fantastic chance to win an Ikea gift card. If o were to win I would love to buy my little one a new bookshelf and lamp. Good luck everyone 🙂

    Reply

  225. Alison Little says

    There are so many different things I would love to buy if I won the IKEA gift card, but a lot more things I need to buy than just want! Lol. I really need new cookware and bakeware for the kitchen, but also need new bedding

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  228. Angelica says

    I would put it towards a Hemnes vanity for our bathroom. We just have a sad little pedestal sink and it’s been a pain in our rears for the 4 years we’ve lived here! I love pedestal sinks but I want counterspace!! Also, IKEA is the best! <3

    Reply

  229. Debbie Welchert says

    There are so many kitchen gadgets I need that I would love to get and I would love to get some pillows too.

    Reply

  235. Rust says

    I would like to buy organizing stuff for my kitchen: implement hooks, storage containers, supplies to get my kitchen more organized.

    Reply

  238. Sarah Cool says

    I would love to get some kitchen items like a potato ricer which ive been wanting for awhile and some of those really cute decorative balls and fruits to go in bowls! I need some cute colorful items to freshen up my home

    Reply

  247. greentopiaries says

    I would like to use it to buy a new desk for my sister who is starting college.. Thank you for the chance! 🙂

    Reply

  264. Jessica Whitehouse says

    My daughter is heading to college in the fall, so if I win, we’ll be buying stuff for her dorm room. She still needs an alarm clock, lamp, and bath linens.

    Reply

  265. Elizabeth Musser says

    I could really use some new wine glasses. Nothing fancy, just everyday ones that I’m not afraid to break after a few glasses of vino.

    Reply

  272. Linda Szymoniak says

    I’m a sucker for anything IKEA. First of all, I’d buy a pack of fresh cinnamon rolls and some frozen Swedish meatballs. Then I’d get some shelves I need for my TV room and perhaps some more spice jars.

    Reply

  287. Rachel Mcdowell says

    We need a new desk so my husband can work from home. And of course all those random small things Ikea has.

    Reply

  298. Susan Biddle says

    My kids all have birthdays coming up, 3 months in a row starting in March so it would be amazing to buy my little guy the DUKTIG
    Play kitchen and the accessories that go with it for his birthday with this gift card! Thanks for a great giveaway.

    Reply

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