One-Pot Cajun Gnocchi with Vegan Sausage

Ingredients

• 16 oz potato gnocchi (1 package)
• vegan sausages (2–3 sausages, chopped; quantity range as stated)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion (diced)
• 1 bell pepper (diced)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 cup unsweetened plant-based cream (unsweetened)
• 1 cup fresh spinach
• 0.25 cup vegan Parmesan (optional)
• salt (to taste)
• black pepper (to taste)
• fresh parsley (for garnish)

Steps

1. 1

   Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

2. 2

   Roughly chop the vegan sausages into small pieces.

3. 3

   Add the chopped sausage to the skillet and cook until browned. Remove it from the skillet and set aside.

4. 4

   Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the same skillet. Sauté for 3–4 minutes.

5. 5

   Stir in the minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and tomato paste. Cook for 1 minute.

6. 6

   Pour in the vegetable broth and plant-based cream. Stir until combined.

7. 7

   Add the uncooked gnocchi directly to the skillet.

8. 8

   Cover the skillet and simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gnocchi is tender and the sauce thickens.

9. 9

   Return the browned sausage to the skillet.

10. 10

    Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted.

11. 11

    Add the optional vegan Parmesan, salt, and black pepper to taste.

12. 12

    Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

The recipe does not specify the exact number of servings or a detailed quantity for the vegan sausages beyond 2–3; package sizes and brands may affect nutrition.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• vegan
• dairy-free
• one-pot
• Cajun-inspired
• stovetop
• quick dinner