Basil Pesto Lean Beef with Gnocchi, Spinach & Green Beans
Basil Pesto Lean Beef with Gnocchi, Spinach & Green Beans brings Italian flavour to a plate that delivers 51g of protein for 653 kcal. A reliable weeknight dinner that reheats beautifully for meal prep.
Ingredients
- 140g Beef Mince
- 160g gnocchi
- 80g spinach
- 80g green beans
- 25g pesto
- 10g parmesan
- 3g garlic
- 20g rocket
Method
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Prep everything first: wash and trim the spinach and green beans, then measure out the sauce ingredients.
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Pan-fry the gnocchi in a non-stick pan for 6-8 minutes until golden and crisp.
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Brown the lean beef mince in a hot pan for 6-8 minutes, breaking it up, then drain any excess fat.
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Stir the pesto through the hot carbs with a splash of cooking water so it turns glossy, then top with grated parmesan.
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Meanwhile, steam or stir-fry the spinach and green beans for 3-5 minutes until just tender with a little bite.
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Build the plate: gnocchi first, then the veg and lean beef, spooning over any remaining sauce. Finish with the rocket.
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