Creamy Vegan Mushroom & Spinach Gnocchi 

When comfort food calls, nothing satisfies quite like a big bowl of  creamy  gnocchi — and this version is 100% vegan, bursting with flavor, and ready in under 30 minutes! 

This one-pan wonder features pillowy soft gnocchi swimming in a velvety garlic cream sauce, dotted with earthy mushrooms  and vibrant spinach . It’s rich, savory, and the kind of meal that wraps you in a hug with every bite. 

 Ingredients

•  500g (about 1 lb) store-bought or homemade vegan gnocchi
•  2 cups mushrooms, sliced (cremini, baby bella, or your favorite)
•  3 garlic cloves, minced
•  2 big handfuls of fresh spinach
•  1 small onion, finely chopped
•  Salt & pepper, to taste
•  Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
•  1 tbsp vegan butter or olive oil

 For the Creamy Sauce:

•  1 cup canned full-fat coconut milk (or unsweetened plant-based cream)
•  2 tbsp nutritional yeast
•  1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
•  1 tsp lemon juice (for brightness)

 Instructions

1. Cook the gnocchi: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, cook the gnocchi until they float (about 2–3 minutes), then drain and set aside. 
2. Sauté the mushrooms & aromatics: In a large non-stick skillet, heat vegan butter or oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sauté until fragrant. Add mushrooms and cook until browned and tender. 
3. Add spinach: Toss in the spinach and cook until wilted. 
4. Make the sauce: Pour in the coconut milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, and cornstarch slurry. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy. 
5. Combine & season: Add the cooked gnocchi to the sauce and toss gently to coat. Season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes to taste.
   Serve hot with a sprinkle of extra pepper or nutritional yeast on top. Enjoy immediately! 
    Why You’ll Love This Gnocchi
    Ready in 25 minutes
    Fully vegan and dairy-free
    Rich & creamy without heavy cream
    Packed with umami flavor
    One-pan meal = easy cleanup!
   
    Variations & Tips Make it cheesy: Stir in vegan cheese or a dollop of cashew cream.
    Add-ins: Peas, sun-dried tomatoes, or roasted red peppers work beautifully here.
    No gnocchi? Try with pasta, rice, or even over toast!
   
    Nutrition (approx. per serving)
   Calories: 390 kcal 
   Fat: 18g 
   Carbs: 48g 
   Protein: 7g 
   Fiber: 4g 
   (Nutrition may vary based on gnocchi brand and coconut milk used.)