Lasagne Soup Sweet Potato Gnocchi (Printable Version)

Enjoy robust Italian flavors in a warming soup featuring sweet potato gnocchi and fresh vegetables.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large onion, finely diced
02 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 2 medium carrots, diced
04 - 2 celery stalks, diced
05 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
06 - 14 ounces baby spinach, roughly chopped

→ Tomato Base

07 - 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
08 - 2 tablespoons tomato paste
09 - 5 cups vegetable broth

→ Herbs & Spices

10 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
11 - 1 teaspoon dried basil
12 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
13 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
14 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Dairy & Cheese

15 - 7 ounces ricotta cheese
16 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella
17 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Sweet Potato Gnocchi

18 - 1 pound sweet potato gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)

→ Olive Oil

19 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and red bell pepper. Sauté for 6–8 minutes until vegetables are softened.
02 - Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to enhance its depth.
03 - Add crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, oregano, basil, thyme, and crushed red pepper flakes. Season with salt and black pepper. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
04 - Add sweet potato gnocchi to the soup and simmer for 5–7 minutes, until gnocchi are tender and cooked through.
05 - Stir in chopped spinach and cook for about 2 minutes, just until wilted.
06 - In a small mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese with half the Parmesan cheese and a pinch of salt and pepper.
07 - Ladle soup into serving bowls. Top each with a dollop of ricotta mixture and sprinkle with mozzarella and remaining Parmesan. Serve hot, optionally accompanied by crusty bread.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses mostly pantry staples and fresh vegetables
  • Comforting layers of cheese and tomato in every bite
  • Sweet potato gnocchi makes it extra satisfying and unique
  • Ready in about one hour from start to finish
  • Vegetarian with a simple option to add meat for hearty eaters
02 -
  • High in both plant protein and fiber so it keeps you full for hours
  • Can be completely gluten free by swapping gnocchi
  • Satisfies cravings for lasagne without lots of prep or layering
03 -
  • Always sauté the vegetables patiently for a deeper sweeter flavor base
  • Do not overcook the gnocchi as they cook fast and you want them pillowy
  • Season the soup in layers tasting as you go to get the balance just right

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