This sheet pan gnocchi with sausage and vegetables is a full meal on one convenient tray. Made for about $10 and in under 30 minutes from start to finish this is one dinner option you'll look forward to.
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This recipe is a breeze to whip up and consistently delights the whole family. Its summery appeal makes it a fantastic choice year-round, ensuring that roasted gnocchi and veggies secure a permanent spot on your menu.
The simplicity and versatility of this dish, featuring crispy gnocchi, guarantee it's a crowd-pleaser for every member of the family.
If you're a fan of sheet pan meals with veggies, don't miss out on my other delightful recipes, like Sheet Pan Sausages and Brussel Sprouts, Chicken Leg Sheet Pan Dinner, and Sheet Pan Chicken, Brussel Sprouts and Potatoes. They're all winners!
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💛 Why You'll Love This Recipe
- It's quick. With less than 30 minutes on the clock, you can have a tasty meal in minutes. From prep to table, this dish is perfect for a fast meal on those busy nights. Fast dinners like this gnocchi meal and our Lazy Enchiladas With Taquitos are recipes we go-to when we want fast, easy, and delicious.
- It's simple. Just wash your sausage and veggies, slice, and mix with seasonings before baking. We won't need many items to make this sheet pan meal, and you can toss it all together on the pan before baking.
- It's cheap. Even with food inflation prices, garden fresh veggies and sausages seem to remain frugal options for the table (as long as the veggies are in season). Made with basic seasonings, we calculated this recipe to cost about $11, which is almost as cheap as our Sausage Green Bean Potato Casserole!
🛒 Ingredients
Cherry tomatoes. Add bright color and juicy acidity. Grape tomatoes work too. Use extras in Tilapia with Spinach and Tomatoes, Scrambled Eggs with Spinach and Tomatoes, or Homemade Hamburger Helper.
Summer squash- A mix of zucchini and yellow squash gives great flavor and color.
Smoked turkey sausage- Affordable, flavorful, and easy to slice. Kielbasa or chicken sausage work too.
Potato gnocchi- Budget-friendly and cooks right on the sheet pan. (We often grab the Dollar Tree gnocchi, cheap and dependable.)
See the recipe card below for full ingredients and instructions.
🔀 Substitutions & Variations
Meat: Swap turkey sausage for kielbasa, chicken sausage, or omit entirely for a veggie version.
Tomatoes: Stick to cherry or grape tomatoes so they stay firm while roasting.
Veggies: Add sliced bell peppers or 1 cup diced sweet potato or butternut squash for extra color and nutrition.
Seasonings: Adjust the red pepper flakes to your preferred heat level or omit for mild.
💰 Budget-Friendly Tips
Buy sausage on sale. Smoked sausage freezes beautifully and often drops to $2-$3 per pack.
Choose in-season veggies for the lowest price (summer squash and tomatoes are especially cheap in peak months).
Use Dollar Tree gnocchi or store-brand for the lowest cost. Tastes great once roasted.
Stretch it further by adding one extra vegetable (zucchini, peppers, onions).
🥄 Instructions for Sheet Pan Gnocchi With Sausage and Vegetables
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 450 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil. Set aside.
Step 2: Slice your zucchini and yellow squash into ¼ inch thick rounds and then slice each one in half.
Step 3: Place the zucchini, yellow squash, gnocchi, turkey sausage, and onion onto the baking sheet.
Step 4: Drizzle with olive oil.
Step 5: Top with minced garlic and seasonings.
Step 6: Toss everything together to coat it well. Spread the mixture out evenly into a single layer on the pan.
Step 7: Bake in the oven for 10 minutes.
Step 8: While it's baking, slice the cherry tomatoes in half.
Step 9: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle on the cherry tomatoes. Bake for an additional 10 minutes.
Serve warm and enjoy.
👩🏻🍳 Expert Tips
Keep It Crisp: Spread everything in a single layer so the gnocchi and veggies roast instead of steaming.
Gnocchi Tip: No need to boil, the oven will crisp the outside while keeping the inside tender.
Even Cooking: Cut veggies to similar thickness so everything cooks at the same speed.
Spice Control: Red pepper flakes add heat fast, start with a pinch if serving kids.
❄️ Storage and Reheating
Storage: Store leftover Sheet Pan Gnocchi With Sausage and Vegetables in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.
Reheating:
- Fast method: Microwave 1-2 minutes (softer texture).
- Best method: Reheat in a skillet with a teaspoon of olive oil for 3-5 minutes to restore crispiness.
🥗 Side Dishes or Pairing Ideas
Serve Sheet Pan Gnocchi With Sausage and Vegetables alongside light, fresh sides like The Best Canned Green Bean Recipe, a simple garden salad, garlic bread, or roasted bok choy. It also pairs wonderfully with fruit salads or a quick soup for a fuller meal.
- The Best Canned Green Bean RecipeRecipe $1.14 / Serving $0.29
- Iceberg SaladRecipe $5.00 / Serving $0.83
- Air Fryer Frozen Garlic BreadRecipe $2.24 / Serving $0.28
- Roasted Baby Bok ChoyRecipe $4.02 / Serving $1.01
❓ Recipe FAQs
The leftovers from this dish can be saved in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Just reheat when ready to eat.
I purchase my gnocchi from the local dollar tree because I find that the containers are the same price at half the cost of my local grocery store. I almost always keep a package two in the pantry for quick dinners (I use them as dumplings in my soups).
First, make sure that the gnocchi you are using is 100% vegan as some often contain dairy or eggs. Next, swap out the turkey sausage for vegan sausage. Then just make and bake as directed.
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📖 Recipe
Sheet Pan Gnocchi With Sausage and Vegetables
Ingredients
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced and halved - ($0.89)
- 1 medium yellow squash, sliced and halved - ($0.89)
- 1 package (16 ounces) potato gnocchi - ($1.97)
- 1 package (13 ounces) smoked turkey sausage, sliced - ($3.98)
- ½ cup yellow or white onion, thinly sliced - ($0.46)
- 3 tablespoon olive oil - ($0.42)
- 2 teaspoon garlic, minced - ($0.13)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning - ($0.08)
- ½ teaspoon salt - ($0.01)
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper - ($0.02)
- 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes, optional - ($0.02)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved - ($2.98)
Instructions
- Preheat and prep. Preheat the oven to 450°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and set aside.
- Prepare vegetables. Slice the zucchini and yellow squash into ¼-inch rounds, then cut each slice in half.
- Assemble pan. Add the zucchini, yellow squash, gnocchi, smoked turkey sausage, and sliced onion to the prepared baking sheet.
- Season. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Toss well to coat and spread everything into an even single layer.
- First bake. Bake for 10 minutes.
- Add tomatoes. Remove the pan from the oven, scatter the cherry tomatoes over the top, and return to the oven.
- Finish baking. Bake for an additional 10 minutes, until the gnocchi are lightly crisped and the vegetables are tender.
- Serve. Serve warm.
Notes
- Sausage swaps. Substitute with chicken sausage, kielbasa, or a plant-based sausage if desired.
- Vegetable add-ins. Thinly sliced bell peppers or 1 cup diced butternut squash or sweet potato can be added at the start.
- Tomato choice. Use cherry or grape tomatoes only; larger tomatoes release too much liquid.
- Storage and reheating. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat for best texture.
Nutritional Information
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