How To Cook Trader Joe’s Cauliflower Gnocchi
Got yourself a bag of Trader Joe’s Cauliflower Gnocchi and wondering how to cook them? Don’t worry, I got you. I’ve tried every cooking method for cooking cauliflower gnocchi and my favorite, by a long shot, is the Air Fryer. This fool-proof method for cooking Trader Joe’s Cauliflower Gnocchi creates perfectly crispy on the outside, soft in the center gnocchi – every time!
One of my favorite cauliflower gnocchi recipes uses a simple Cacio e Pepe topping, as detailed here, but cauliflower gnocchi is delicious with a variety of sauces and toppings. Another favorite? My easy pesto! In fact, this is the hubs’ preferred combo and it’s equally easy thanks to my use-what-you-need method of freezing leftover pesto. Just break off what you need, defrost for 30 seconds in the microwave, and you’ve got yourself a healthy, delicious meal in 20 minutes flat!
Servings
2
Ready In:
20 Min
Good For:
Lunch, Dinner
Ingredients
- 1 package Trader Joe’s frozen Cauliflower Gnocchi
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- black pepper, freshly ground
- extra virgin olive oil, for serving
- shaved pecorino cheese, for serving
Cook’s Note:
One bag of Trader Joe’s Cauliflower Gnocchi fits perfectly in my 6-quart Air Fryer. In fact, 1.5 bags can be done with slight touching. Depending on the size of your air fryer, or the amount of gnocchi desired, you may need to repeat the process a few times.
How To Cook Trader Joe’s Cauliflower Gnocchi
Step 1
Preheat Air Fryer to 400 degrees.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, toss the frozen Trader Joe’s cauliflower gnocchi with avocado oil and kosher salt until evenly coated. Spread gnocchi in an even layer in Air Fryer basket, allowing as much space as possible between each piece.
Step 3
Cook gnocchi for 15 minutes at 400 degrees. After 15 minutes, open Air Fryer and shake basket to rearrange gnocchi. Separate any that are stuck together.
Step 4
Cook for another 5 minutes at 400 degrees. Carefully remove gnocchi from Air Fryer and divide between two bowls. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle each with black pepper and pecorino. Toss to combine and serve.
Want more easy vegetarian Air Fryer recipes? Try my Crispy Tofu!
Trader Joe's Cauliflower Gnocchi Recipe
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 package Trader Joe's Frozen Cauliflower Gnocchi
- 1 tbsp Avocado Oil
- 1 tsp Kosher Salt
- Olive Oil (for serving)
- Black Pepper, freshly ground (for serving)
- Shaved Pecorino Cheese (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer to 400 degrees.
- In a medium bowl, toss the frozen gnocchi with avocado oil and kosher salt until evenly coated. Spread gnocchi in an even layer in Air Fryer basket, allowing as much space as possible between each piece.
- Cook gnocchi for 15 minutes at 400 degrees. After 15 minutes, open Air Fryer and shake basket to rearrange gnocchi. Separate any that are stuck together.
- Cook for another 5 minutes at 400 degrees. Carefully remove gnocchi from Air Fryer and divide between two bowls. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle each with black pepper and pecorino. Toss to combine and serve.
Cook's Notes
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