Stovetop Lentil Broccoli Gnocchi (vegan)

This 5-ingredient, plant-based meal can be ready in under 30 minutes. Stovetop Lentil Broccoli Gnocchi is plant-based, hearty, and wholesome. The whole family will love this simple meal.

Prep Time10

Cook Time15

Total Time25

Course: dinner, lunch

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: broccoli, creamy vegan dressing, easy vegan dinner ideas, gnocchi, italian, lentils, marinara, one pot, one pot dinner, roasted broccoli, vegan italian, vegan italian food

Servings:

Calories: 276kcal

Equipment

1 large saucepan
1 cookie sheet, lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat

Ingredients

2 cups broccoli florets or one 12 oz bag of florets
2 tablespoons avocado oil *or avocado spray
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups cooked brown lentils
1 (16oz) jar of marinara
1 (16oz) package of gnocchi
¼ cup nutritional yeast

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
Wash the broccoli florets and chop them into smaller pieces as needed. Add them to a lined cookie sheet.
Drizzle avocado oil, and sprinkle salt and pepper over the top. Toss it all up and then spread the florets into a single layer. Try to not have the pieces touching.
Roast in the oven for 14 minutes. For best results, turn the oven to broil and roast the broccoli for one additional minute. Remove the pan from the oven and set it aside.
Add the lentils, marinara sauce, and gnocchi to a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook the mixture for about 3-4 minutes, or until the gnocchi is completely cooked, and stir every minute or so. Make sure to stir it enough so that the bottom does not burn.
Remove the pot from the heat. Add the nutritional yeast and roasted broccoli. Gently stir it, add the lid, and allow it to sit for 1-2 minutes and then serve immediately.
Optionally: Add additional nutritional yeast and minced fresh basil over each serving.

Notes

To store leftovers: Once the mixture has come to room temperature, transfer it to an airtight container and place it in the fridge for up to four days.

To reheat, simply add your desired serving to a microwave-safe bowl and heat covered for 1 minute and 30 seconds, stirring halfway.

The key to the best-tasting dish is to flavor it to your liking. Add more or less salt and pepper until you have reached your desired flavor.

Feel free to add fresh herbs, dried Italian seasoning, or fresh garlic as well. If you are a cheese lover, top your hot serving with shredded mozzerella.

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