Gnocchi and Wilted Spinach Salad Recipe - Quick, Healthy & Ready in 45 Minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 pound packaged gnocchi
• 6 ounces baby spinach leaves
• 4 strips thick cut bacon, chopped
• 2 shallots, thinly sliced
• 3/4 cup walnut pieces
• 1 juice of lemon
• 1/4 + tsp. nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1/2 cup dried cherries (optional)

Instructions:

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Place a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the bacon and sizzle until red and crispy.
4. Add the shallots to the bacon and saut for 1-2 minutes. Then add the walnuts and nutmeg.
5. Meanwhile drop the gnocchi into the boiling water. Cook until all the gnocchi are floating~3-4 minutes. Once the gnocchi is ready, use a slotted spoon to transfer it to the skillet.
6. Add the cherries and stir. Finally add the lemon juice, honey and 2-3 Tb. of pasta water. Salt and pepper to taste.
7. Place the spinach in a large bowl.
8. Pour the hot gnocchi mixture over the spinach and toss.
9. Serve immediately!