Cheesy Kale and Harissa Gnocchi
By OcadoLife
Published on 24 October 2025
Giving macaroni cheese vibes but without the wait, this Cheesy Kale and Harissa Gnocchi dish, conjured by OcadoLife recipe editor Lauren Hoffman, is wallet-friendly and takes less than 20 minutes to make. Add a crisp side salad to cut through the richness if you like.Time and servings
17 minsTotal time
4Servings
2 minsPrep time
15 minsCooking time
Ingredients
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp frozen chopped onions
- 1 tsp frozen chopped garlic
- 300g light bechamel sauce
- 1 tsp smoked chilli harissa
- 60g grated cheddar and mozzarella mix
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan
- 400g gnocchi
- 200g sliced kale
- 2 tbsp (approx.) chopped walnut pieces
Method
Step 1
Preheat the grill to medium-high. Add the olive oil to a large pan over medium heat. Fry the frozen chopped onions and garlic for a few mins, until soft. Add the bechamel sauce, then stir in the harissa, most of the cheddar and mozzarella, and half the parmesan.Step 2
Meanwhile, cook the gnocchi in boiling salted water as per the pack instructions, adding the kale for the final min. Drain, then add to the cheesy sauce; mix well.Step 3
Spoon into a baking dish, scatter with the remaining cheeses, then sprinkle over the walnut pieces. Grill for a couple of mins, until golden.