Sheet-Pan Burrata Caprese Gnocchi Recipe
This vibrant Sheet-Pan Burrata Caprese Gnocchi recipe boasts roasted bell peppers, golden crispy gnocchi, and creamy burrata cheese, all finished with fresh basil and a tangy balsamic glaze. It’s an easy yet elegant meal that combines Italian flavors with effortless sheet-pan cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Vegetables & Aromatics
- 4 red, orange, or yellow bell peppers, roughly chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
Main Ingredients
- 1 (12-oz.) package fresh gnocchi
- 4 oz. burrata, torn into pieces
Oils & Seasonings
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 1/2 tbsp balsamic glaze (made from 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar simmered for about 10 minutes)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare ingredients: Position a rack in the center of your oven and preheat it to 425ºF. On a large sheet pan, combine the roughly chopped bell peppers, fresh gnocchi, and minced garlic.
- Toss with oil and seasonings: Drizzle 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil over the ingredients on the sheet pan. Season with kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes. Toss everything together to ensure even coating.
- Roast the vegetables and gnocchi: Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and roast for 30 minutes. Be sure to toss halfway through cooking so the peppers soften evenly and the gnocchi begin to brown and crisp up lightly.
- Add burrata and basil: Remove the sheet pan from the oven. Scatter torn pieces of burrata cheese and fresh torn basil leaves evenly over the roasted vegetables and gnocchi.
- Finish with oil and balsamic glaze: Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the balsamic glaze over the entire dish to add richness and tangy sweetness. Serve immediately for the freshest taste.
Notes
- You can make the balsamic glaze by simmering 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar on medium-low heat for about 10 minutes until it thickens and reduces.
- Fresh gnocchi is recommended for the best texture, but frozen gnocchi can be used if thawed beforehand.
- For added protein, consider topping with grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- To keep the burrata from melting too fast, add it after removing the sheet pan from the oven.
Keywords: Sheet pan dinner, burrata gnocchi, Caprese gnocchi, roasted peppers, Italian vegetarian recipe, easy sheet pan meal
