What to Serve With Pumpkin Gnocchi? 18 Best Foods

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When it comes to side dish ideas for pumpkin gnocchi, there are too many options, so you may find yourself confused and feeling as if pairing pumpkin gnocchi is the hardest decision you need to make. Since a bit of guidance always comes in handy, in the following paragraphs, I will share some pumpkin gnocchi side dish recipes to help you make the most of the magical pumpkin season.

What Sauce Goes With Pumpkin Gnocchi? 

Although pumpkin gnocchi is already juicy, creamy, and rich, there is no such thing as too much sauce, so the more, the better. Luckily, there are a lot of sauces that go perfectly with pumpkin gnocchi, so you can take your pick and enjoy. 

Garlic and Parmesan Sauce 

This is one of the most decadent and rich sauces you can think of.

Garlic Parmesan Sauce
Garlic Parmesan Sauce goes great with anything and takes just a few minutes to make. Enjoy this buttery, creamy sauce on everything.
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Mushroom Sauce

Mushroom sauce is one of the simplest sauces you can make, yet one of the most delicious ones. You will have a delicious sauce in under 20 minutes.  

Simple Creamy Mushroom Sauce
This Simple Creamy Mushroom Sauce is a delightful addition to any meal. It’s rich, comforting, and incredibly easy to make. I invite you to give this recipe a try—it’s perfect for dinner parties, family meals, or just treating yourself to something tasty!
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Fresh Tomato Sauce

With nothing more than tomato, onions, garlic, fresh basil & parsley, you can make this heavenly sauce and be surprised at how good something so simple can taste.

Fresh Tomato Sauce
Tomatoes are simmered with onions, garlic, fresh basil & parsley until flavors blend into a fragrant, flavorful, fresh tomato sauce.
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What Meat Goes With Pumpkin Gnocchi? 

Regarding meat, pasta is one of the most versatile ingredients. They go with the vast majority of meats, but a few flatter it exceptionally well. 

Chicken Gorgonzola Sauce

Chicken is an absolute must on this list. With this recipe, you can make yourself a nice creamy plate to enrich the already decadently juicy pumpkin gnocchi. 

Chicken with Gorgonzola Cream Sauce
This recipe combines tender chicken breast in gorgonzola sauce with pillowy gnocchi for a meal that's sure to impress. The chicken with gorgonzola cream sauce brings rich flavors that perfectly complement the gnocchi. Even if you're not the biggest fan of gorgonzola, give this gorgonzola sauce for chicken and gnocchi a try—you might just find your new favorite dish! It's perfect for a cozy dinner at home or to wow your guests at a dinner party.
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Ground Beef

Add some herbal spices to the ground beef while cooking it or beforehand, and enjoy the flavors it releases into your pumpkin gnocchi. 

Meat Sauce
This homemade Meat Sauce recipe is perfect for serving with any kind of pasta or gnocchi!
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Leftover Turkey Curry

You don’t have to roast an entire turkey just to pair it with a plate of pumpkin gnocchi; this is a great way to use up your turkey leftovers. Top your pumpkin gnocchi with a few thin turkey slices and let them do their magic. 

Creamy Leftover Turkey Curry with Coconut Milk
This creamy leftover turkey curry with coconut milk is the easiest and tastiest recipe to make with your Thanksgiving or Christmas turkey leftovers.
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What Salad Goes With Pumpkin Gnocchi? 

Pumpkin gnocchi goes excellent with lots of salads. However, since they are already creamy, you should add some texture contrast and make a fresh salad for some extra character and flavor. 

Arugula and Cherry Tomatoes 

The bitterness of the arugula toned down with the cherry tomatoes’ sweetness, olive oil with herbs, is a fantastic pair for pumpkin gnocchi. The contrast of textures, with the salad being more on the crunchy side and the pumpkin gnocchi entirely on the creamy end, will further amplify the flavors included in both the pumpkin gnocchi and the salad. 

Vegan Arugula Avocado Tomato Salad
It’s loaded with spicy arugula, juicy grape tomatoes, fresh basil, and creamy avocado chunks tossed in a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. This vegan side dish is easy to make and it’s ready in 20 minutes!
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Cabbage and Lettuce 

Cabbage and carrot are probably one of the simplest imaginable salads that go with virtually everything. Therefore, have it in mind to pair your pumpkin gnocchi with.

Simple Easy Cabbage and Carrot Salad
This easy simple cabbage and carrot salad features crisp shredded green cabbage and sweet julienned carrots, all brought together with a creamy and tangy mustard dressing similar to a colesalw.
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Spinach and Walnuts Salad

This one is my favorite to combine with pumpkin gnocchi. The crunch of the spinach mixed with the walnuts is a spice in themselves, creating a perfect balance between these seemingly contrasting flavors. 

Easy Spinach Salad
This easy spinach salad is topped with dried cranberries, goat cheese, toasted walnuts and avocado all tossed in a creamy balsamic dressing. It’s perfect as a side salad or topped with protein for a full meal.
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What Spices Go With Pumpkin Gnocchi? 

Pumpkin gnocchi is delicious even with no special seasoning, but getting the spices right can significantly improve the taste. In addition to the old married couple, among spices, salt, and pepper, there are also other spices you can add to make this dish even more delicious. 

Nutmeg  

Nutmeg is a very versatile spice used in both sweet and savory dishes. Nutmeg alone has somewhat of a bitter taste but mixed with pumpkin gnocchi, it transforms into a magician that magically augments the other included flavors. 

It also contributes to the slight bitterness that comes in very handy in adding some edge to the dish.

Herbal Spice Mix 

A combination of basil, rosemary, and oregano may be all you need to take your pumpkin gnocchi up a notch. This spice blend perfectly fits a wide range of dishes, especially pasta. It will inject freshness and crispiness into your pumpkin gnocchi, drawing out the best of them.

Cumin 

Although cumin is best known for its use in pastry-making, it is also an excellent addition to pumpkin gnocchi. It has a very particular aroma and taste that get transferred onto the pumpkin gnocchi, making them taste even more impressive. Less than a pinch of cumin is enough. 

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