Easy Gluten-Free Gnocchi with Sage – Perfect for Weeknight Dinners

With summer fading and fall just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to gather in the kitchen and enjoy a cozy, homemade dish that celebrates the season’s best flavors. This recipe quickly becomes a household favorite, especially when everyone gets involved, because more hands make it even better! Bursting with the fresh, aromatic taste of sage, it’s not only delicious and satisfying but also naturally gluten-free, so everyone can dig in and savor every bite.

What Makes Gnocchi Gluten-Free

You might be surprised to learn that gnocchi isn’t naturally gluten-free, even though it’s primarily made from potatoes; many people assume it is. Traditional gnocchi recipes do use potatoes as the main ingredient, but they also include regular wheat flour to help bind the dough and give it structure. Since traditional wheat flour contains gluten, classic gnocchi isn’t safe for those following a gluten-free diet. In this recipe, however, we’ve swapped out the regular flour for a carefully chosen gluten-free flour blend, allowing you to enjoy tender, pillowy gnocchi without any gluten, making it perfect for anyone with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease.

Why Sage Deserves the Spotlight

Sage offers so much more than flavor. As it sizzles in butter, it releases a warm, earthy aroma that instantly evokes the comfort of fall. While its scent and taste are undeniably delicious, sage also carries a rich history of medicinal use and notable health benefits.

A member of the mint family, sage is native to the northern Mediterranean and has been valued for centuries in traditional healing practices. It’s especially abundant in polyphenols, which are natural plant compounds known for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Remarkably, over 160 different polyphenol compounds have been identified in sage. These plant compounds are known for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and may help support immune function, reduce inflammation, and promote healthy digestion. With both flavor and function, sage is a powerful ingredient that nourishes the body and the senses.

Final Thoughts

From the pillowy texture of gluten-free gnocchi to the rich, aromatic depth of brown butter and sage, this dish captures everything we love about fall cooking, comfort, flavor, and nourishment. Whether you're gluten-free or simply looking to try something homemade and soul-warming, this recipe delivers on all fronts. Now we want to hear from you—what’s your favorite sauce to serve over gnocchi? Share your go-to combos or creative twists in the comments below!

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