Description
This Easy Grilled Gnocchi Salad with Veggies and Mozzarella is a fresh and vibrant dish combining tender, smoky grilled gnocchi with crisp vegetables and creamy mozzarella. Perfect for quick meals, casual gatherings, or warm weather dining, this colorful salad balances textures and flavors with a simple olive oil and apple cider vinegar dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 package fresh or store-bought potato gnocchi (about 16 oz)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for grilling and dressing
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
- 1 yellow or orange bell pepper, cut into strips
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls, halved or bite-sized
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Gnocchi: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gnocchi and cook until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Drain and toss lightly in olive oil to prevent sticking before grilling.
- Grill the Gnocchi and Vegetables: Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Place the gnocchi, bell peppers, zucchini slices, and cherry tomatoes on skewers or directly on the grill. Cook gnocchi for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Grill vegetables until tender and slightly charred, about 4-5 minutes.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: Transfer the grilled gnocchi and vegetables to a large bowl. Add fresh mozzarella balls and torn basil leaves. Drizzle with olive oil and apple cider vinegar, then season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine all flavors.
- Serve and Enjoy: Allow the salad to rest a few minutes so the flavors meld together before serving. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled as preferred.
Notes
- Use a grill basket to prevent smaller veggies and gnocchi from falling through the grates.
- Don’t overcrowd the grill to ensure perfect grill marks and even cooking.
- Larger mozzarella balls cut into bite-sized pieces distribute creaminess evenly.
- Dry gnocchi briefly after boiling to achieve better crispness on the grill.
- Adjust olive oil and vinegar amounts in the dressing to suit your personal taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: gnocchi salad, grilled gnocchi, veggie salad, mozzarella salad, easy appetizer, summer salad, gluten free salad
