Cauliflower Gnocchi (Paleo, AIP, Vegan, Trader Joe's Copycat)

This cauliflower gnocchi is a delicious comforting dish made with minimal ingredients! It’s gluten-free, paleo, vegan, and autoimmune protocol compliant.

INGREDIENTS

• 4 cups cauliflower, minced using a food processor
• 1/2 cup cassava flour
• 1/4 cup arrowroot starch
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
• Optional
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Juice of half a lemon
• 1 tbsp parsley, chopped

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 400 F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Add the minced cauliflower to a large pot and fill about two-thirds of the way with water. Bring to a low simmer on medium-low heat and simmer for 7 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and allow to cool before pouring the cauliflower through a nut milk bag or cheesecloth. Squeeze to remove all of the excess water and pour the cauliflower into a bowl.
4. Mix the cassava flour and arrowroot starch with the cauliflower and fold until a dough forms.
5. Take a handful of dough at a time and roll into a long rope onto a clean surface. Slice into gnocchi pieces that are about 3/4″ long. Set aside.
6. Fill a large pot halfway with water and add salt. Bring to a low boil and boil the gnocchi in two batches. Use a slotted spoon to remove once the gnocchi begins to float. Place in a bowl and coat with about 2 tbsp of olive oil to prevent sticking.
7. Add the gnocchi to the baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, flipping the gnocchi halfway through. Remove from the oven.
8. Top with optional olive oil, lemon, and chopped parsley, or other sauce if desired.