Gnocchi di Ricotta e Spinaci (Keto - Senza Farina)
Ricotta and Spinach Dumplings with Butter and Sage Sauce (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm the 'gnocchi' or dumplings are made without wheat flour (ask for almond flour or a purely cheese/spinach/egg based mixture). About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Italian dishes.
What it is
A keto-friendly version of a classic Italian dish, featuring tender 'dumplings' made primarily from fresh ricotta cheese, blanched spinach, eggs, and Parmesan cheese, typically without wheat flour or using a low-carb alternative like almond flour for binding. These are gently cooked and served in a luscious browned butter and fresh sage sauce.
Key ingredients
Ricotta cheese, spinach, eggs, Parmesan cheese, almond flour (optional, for binding), butter, fresh sage, nutmeg, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm the 'gnocchi' or dumplings are made without wheat flour (ask for almond flour or a purely cheese/spinach/egg based mixture). Ensure the butter and sage sauce contains no thickeners or added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Per gli Gnocchi di Ricotta e Spinaci, mi conferma che gli gnocchi sono senza farina di grano (es. mandorle) e la salsa senza addensanti o zucchero?
For the Gnocchi di Ricotta e Spinaci, confirm gnocchi are made without wheat flour (e.g., almond flour), and the sauce has no thickeners or added sugar.
Watch out for
Wheat flour in gnocchi, starch thickeners in sauce, starchy side dishes (if offered).
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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