Spinach and Artichoke Baked Gnocchi Casserole (Paleo, Vegan)

5 from 3 votes

Spinach and Artichoke Baked Gnocchi Casserole (Paleo, Vegan)

Delicious and comforting spinach and artichoke baked gnocchi casserole recipe made with Trader Joe's cauliflower gnocchi! It's vegan and paleo, and tastes creamy and incredible.

Prep Time5

Cook Time23

Total Time28

Course: Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Italian

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Servings: servings

Ingredients

2 tbsp coconut oil or your favorite cooking oil
2 bags Trader Joe's cauliflower gnocchi or 24 oz of raw homemade gnocchi
1 cup raw cashews soaked for at least 1 hour, then drained
1 cup paleo mayonnaise or egg-free mayo, for vegan
1/2 cup water
6 garlic cloves minced
2 tbsp arrowroot starch
1/2 cup chopped onion
14 oz can of artichoke hearts drained and roughly chopped
16 oz frozen spinach thawed and squeezed to remove liquid
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
OPTIONAL: crushed red pepper flakes for garnish

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
Heat coconut oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium high heat.
Once the pan is sizzling hot, add the FROZEN gnocchi in a single layer and cook for 8 minutes, flipping halfway through. Remove from heat and leave the gnocchi in the pan.
In a high powered blender, combine cashews, mayonnaise, water, garlic cloves, and arrowroot starch. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Pour the creamy mixture in a large bowl, then add onion, artichoke hearts, spinach, salt, and pepper. Mix together to combine.
Make sure the gnocchi is evenly dispersed in skillet in a single layer (or use a baking dish), then pour the spinach and artichoke mixture on top evenly. Flatten out the top.
Bake for 15 minutes, until golden. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes, if desired. Serve immediately as the main dish, or as a side to chicken or pork.

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