Trader Joe's Cauliflower Gnocchi with Pesto Salmon
Trader Joe's Cauliflower Gnocchi with Pesto Salmon provides only 3g protein and 141 calories per serving — a vegetable-forward side rather than a protein main. Quick stovetop assembly for 4 servings works as a volume filler. Combine this with a separate protein source to hit your daily targets.
Ingredients
- •Cauliflower Gnocchi, Frozen
- •Kale(142g)
- •Olive oil(30g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (divided)
- •1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- •Salmon
- •Basil Pesto, Prepared(60g)
Instructions
- 1Place a rack in the middle of your oven and preheat to 400°F.
- 2Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper, then place the gnocchi and kale in the center. Drizzle with the oil and sprinkle with 1/8 teaspoon salt and the ground pepper. Toss to coat then spread into an even layer. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove from the oven.
- 3Toss the gnocchi and kale, then clear a space in the center for the salmon. Pat the salmon dry, then carefully nestle into open space, rearranging as needed so everything stays in an even layer and the salmon is not on top of the gnocchi. Brush the salmon with 1 tablespoon pesto per fillet, then sprinkle lightly with the remaining salt (you may not need the full amount remaining; just make sure each piece has a nice sprinkle).
- 4Return to the oven and continue cooking until the gnocchi is lightly browned and the salmon reaches 140°F on an instant read thermometer, about 10 to 15 minutes more (salmon is done when it reaches 145°F, but its temperature will continue to rise as it rests, so I remove at 140°F). If the salmon finishes up before the gnocchi is done, remove the salmon to a plate, cover, and continue baking until the gnocchi is done.
- 5Drizzle the salmon and gnocchi with additional pesto. Enjoy immediately
Nutrition — Per Serving
141
calories
3g
protein
14g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 3g
- Saturated fat
- 2.2g
- Sodium
- 109 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.7g
4 servings per batch · ~58g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Trader Joe's Cauliflower Gnocchi with Pesto Salmon have?
This recipe contains only 3g of protein per serving with 141 calories, making it primarily a side dish or light appetizer rather than a protein-focused meal. It's macro profile is 14g fat and 3g carbs.
How long does Cauliflower Gnocchi with Pesto Salmon take to make?
This is a quick prep recipe on the stovetop that yields 4 servings, allowing you to prepare multiple portions rapidly when you need a low-calorie component for a larger meal.
Is Cauliflower Gnocchi with Pesto Salmon good for fat loss?
At only 141 calories per serving with minimal protein (3g), this recipe functions best as a low-calorie vegetable-based side rather than a standalone meal for fat loss. Pair it with a higher-protein component to create a complete macro-balanced plate.
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