Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Gnocchi — No Potatoes
Pillowy gnocchi and tender broccoli folded into a velvety dairy-free cheddar sauce made with nutritional yeast, Dijon, and a hit of smoked paprika. Comforting, quick, and completely plant-based.
Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
20 min
Servings
4
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Steam the broccoli until tender. Set aside.
- 2
Cook the gnocchi according to the package directions. Drain.
- 3
In a saucepan, whisk together the cold plant milk and cornstarch until completely smooth.
- 4
Add nutritional yeast, Dijon, garlic powder, onion powder and smoked paprika.
- 5
Cook over medium heat, whisking frequently, until it thickens into a creamy sauce—about 4–6 minutes.
- 6
Turn the heat down and stir in the lemon juice. Taste for salt and pepper.
- 7
Add the gnocchi and broccoli to the sauce and gently toss.
- 8
If you have vegan cheddar, add a handful and stir until melted.