Thanksgiving Made Easy: Sweet Potato Gnocchi With Pumpkin & Sage

Looking for a creative side dish to round out your Thanksgiving table? This comforting gnocchi recipe delivers all the cozy flavors of fall—creamy pumpkin, aromatic sage, and golden brown sweet potato gnocchi—in just 20 minutes. It’s a festive twist on classic holiday sides that pairs beautifully with turkey, roasted veggies, or a hearty grain salad. Serve it family-style and watch it disappear just as fast as the mashed potatoes!

Sweet Potato Gnocchi With Pumpkin & Sage Recipe

Yield: 2 servings
Active Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more as needed
2 garlic cloves, sliced or minced
12 sage leaves
1 package Capello’s Sweet Potato Gnocchi
1 cup pumpkin purée
¾ cup vegetable broth or water
½ cup coconut cream
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground paprika
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon sea salt
Shaved Parmesan, for serving (or a vegan substitute)

Instructions:

Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant. Add the sage leaves and cook for 1 minute more, until crisp. Use a slotted spoon to remove the garlic and sage, then drain on a paper towel.

Prepare the gnocchi according to package directions. Drain, reserving ¾ cup of the cooking liquid.

In a blender, combine the pumpkin purée, vegetable broth, and reserved cooking liquid; blend until smooth. Add the coconut cream, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, and salt, and blend just until combined.

Add another splash of oil to the skillet if needed. Sauté the cooked gnocchi over medium heat for 1–2 minutes, until lightly browned. Pour in the sauce and stir to coat, adding more water if needed to reach your desired consistency.

Transfer to a serving bowl and top with crispy sage, garlic, and shaved Parmesan. Serve warm as a festive side dish or cozy vegetarian main.

Tip: Make the pumpkin sauce a day ahead to save stovetop space on Thanksgiving. Simply warm it gently before serving and toss with freshly cooked gnocchi for a stress-free, crowd-pleasing side.