This Fajita Gnocchi Skillet with Avocado Salsa is unique, flavorful, and easy to throw together in about 30 minutes. It’s perfect for a vegan weeknight dinner, and can easily be made gluten-free. Serve this hearty dish with a side of chips and dip or a salad for a full meal.
This Fajita Gnocchi Skillet with Avocado Salsa Recipe was originally published on Jan. 5, 2017. I have updated the post with new photos and information.
Why You’ll Love This Unique Gnocchi Recipe
- It’s a different way to use gnocchi – Gnocchi is traditionally used in Italian cooking, but today, I’m putting a little spin on it and adding gnocchi to some fajita veggies and black beans. It tastes so good!
- This meal is loaded with veggies – I find that fajitas are kind of sneaky because they’re essentially made with just peppers, onions, and a little bit of protein. The fajita gnocchi is then topped off with an avocado salsa that has a few more veggies in it.
- It’s quick and easy to make – This recipe doesn’t require too many ingredients, and it takes about 30 minutes from start to finish. It’s great for a weeknight dinner that doesn’t require a lot of preparation.
Fajita Gnocchi Skillet Recipe Ingredients
- Gnocchi – I used a box of gluten-free gnocchi, but regular gnocchi is great, too. You can usually find packaged gnocchi in the pasta section at the grocery store, but you can also make your own if you like. I’ve never made my own gnocchi, but I imagine it’s probably even better than the packaged variety.
- Peppers – I used a combination of red, green, and yellow bell peppers for this recipe. Traditionally, fajitas are made with a combination of different colored bell peppers, but you can always use just one color if that is what you have on hand.
- Onion – I like to use yellow onions when making fajita veggies, but any color onion should work well.
- Spices – I make my own fajita seasoning with just a few spices. If you don’t already have these spices on hand, you can purchase a packet of fajita seasoning at the grocery store and use that instead.
- Black Beans – I prefer black beans to pinto beans, but either will work for this recipe.
- Avocado Salsa – The avocado salsa is optional, but it adds some nice freshness to this recipe and helps cut the heaviness of the gnocchi. You could also top your fajita skillet with hot sauce, salsa, guacamole, or another topping of choice.
How To Make Fajita Gnocchi Skillet With Avocado Salsa
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add oil. Once the oil is hot, add the gnocchi and cook until softened and golden brown, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the gnocchi from the pan, add about 2 teaspoons olive oil, the peppers, onions, and a pinch of salt, and cook the fajita mixture until the peppers are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the gnocchi back into the pan with the black beans, salt, pepper, and all the spices. Stir until everything is combined and heated through, just a few more minutes.
- Make the avocado salsa while the gnocchi is cooking. Dice the avocados and add them to a large bowl with all the other ingredients. Mix until combined and store in the refrigerator until needed.
- Serve the dish immediately and top with a big spoonful of avocado salsa.
Gnocchi Recipe Frequently Asked Questions
- Is this recipe gluten-free? Yes, I did use gluten-free gnocchi, and all the other ingredients are naturally gluten-free.
- Is this recipe vegan? Yes, it is vegan. If you’re not vegan, you are more than welcome to add cheese or sour cream.
- Can fresh gnocchi be used? I’ve only made this recipe using packaged gnocchi, but fresh gnocchi should work great. You might have to change up the cooking times depending on the texture of the gnocchi.
- How long do leftovers last? If stored in an airtight container, leftovers should last about 4 days. The gnocchi can get a bit hard once cool, so it may be best to reheat it in a pan with some oil.
- What is a good side dish to serve with this recipe? I like to serve it with a side of chips and dip, beans and rice, or a small salad.
Have a question I didn’t answer? Ask me in the comment section below, and I will get back to you ASAP.
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Fajita Gnocchi Skillet with Avocado Salsa
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
This Fajita Gnocchi Skillet with Avocado Salsa is unique, flavorful and easy to throw together! It’s perfect for a vegan weeknight dinner that is also easily made gluten free. You just need about 30 minutes for this hearty dinner. Serve with a side of chips and dip or a salad for a full meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large package gnocchi, gluten free if needed (the gluten free gnocchi package seems to have less gnocchi than the regular so you might want to use two boxes if you use the GF one)
- 1 large red pepper, thinly sliced and then cut in half
- 1 large green pepper, thinly sliced and then cut in half
- 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoons granulated garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon ground oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Olive oil
Avocado salsa:
- 2 large avocados
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 2 tablespoons chopped onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 1–2 tablespoons chopped jalapeno
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add in your oil. Once the oil is hot, add in the gnocchi and cook until softened and golden brown, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the gnocchi from the pan, add in about 2 teaspoons olive oil and the peppers, onions and a pinch of salt. Cook the fajita mixture until peppers are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the gnocchi back into the pan along with the black beans, salt, pepper and all the spices. Stir until everything is combined and heated through, just a few more minutes.
- Make the avocado salsa while the gnocchi is cooking. Dice the avocados and add them to a large bowl along with all of the other ingredients. Mix until combined and store in the refrigerator until needed.
- Serve dish immediately and top with a big spoonful of avocado salsa.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner, Vegan
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Does the gnocchi need to be boiled before it’s browned?
Thanks!
nope!
This looks good! What gluten free gnocchi do you use that is also vegan (no eggs)?
Thanks! Delallo has a gluten free gnocchi that I’m almost positive is vegan too 🙂
I am new to trying vegetarian meals, but have been concerned about meal preparation becoming complicated and time-consuming. I made this tonight and was impressed how fast and easy it was to make! We really enjoyed it. I plan to try some more of the meals from your kid-friendly article this week. Thank you!
I’m so glad you liked it and that it was easy to make! I hope you find some other ones your family will enjoy too 🙂
Where did you find gluten free gnocchi? Looks delish!
I got mine at Sprouts but I think I’ve seen it at the regular grocery store too. It’s the Delallo Brand 🙂
We just loved this recipe! I couldn’t find gluten free gnocchi, so made a side batch for my daughter using gluten free pasta. Great flavor, fresh unique dinner.
I’m so glad you and your daughter enjoyed this recipe! Thanks so much for letting me know! 🙂
What timing! I have all the ingredients and was making GF tortillas tonight….what an awesome burrito this combo will make!
Nice! I hope you enjoyed it!
My Christmas tree will finally be coming down today…I’m so over it! And one helping dessert is a vast improvement for me these days too. lol Combining fajita flavors with gnocchi is a great idea and I’m so loving that avocado salsa!
Thanks Marci! Haha, I do miss all those desserts but definitely feel better!
We’ve taken down everything but our tree (it’s fake so it doesn’t matter!). I just like looking at the pretty lights! haha 🙂 ANYWAY this gnocchi! Oh my goodness it sounds good! Happy 2017!
I miss looking at all the pretty lights! Thanks, Ashley!
This looks absolutely amazing! YUM!
Thanks Annie!!
I love this Mexican Italian fusion thing you’ve got going on! I feel like I don’t eat enough gnocchi. Lol. I LOVE it! This looks so good Izzy!
Thanks Ashley!! I love it because it’s so quick and easy to make and you can basically just throw it into anything!
Nothing better than starting the year off fresh, with decorations stowed and holiday celebrations cleaned up! Fajitas and gnocchi!? What a delicious idea Izzy! And so fast! Thank you for sharing this mouthwatering, quick dinner!
I agree, a fresh start is always the best! Thanks Traci!
Oh I love this! I almost always pair gnocchi with Italian flavorings, but love the twist here with the fajita ingredients. I can’t wait to try this out! Happy New Year, Izzy!
I keep telling myself I need to do an Italian Gnocchi dish but then my mind always goes to Mexican flavors haha!
We’re taking down our tree and Christmas decorations this weekend, and although I’m always sad to do so, I’m ready to move on with eating healthier! This gnocchi looks SO good, Izzy! I’ve never thought to make a fajita version before. This is so creative!
Thanks Gayle!