Crispy Gnocchi Caprese

Ingredients

For 6 servings

• •1 large garlic clove, finely grated
• •1 12-oz. jar roasted red peppers, drained, coarsely chopped
• •1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved (about 2 cups)
• •4 c. à soupe extra-virgin olive oil, divided
• •2 c. à soupe (or more) sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar
• •1 c. à café (or more) Diamond Crystal or ½ tsp. Morton kosher salt
• •Freshly ground black pepper
• •1 17.6-oz. package shelf-stable potato gnocchi
• •8 oz fresh mozzarella, torn
• •1 tasse (lightly packed) coarsely chopped basil
• •0.25 tasse (lightly packed) coarsely chopped parsley

Method

1. 1.Combine 1 large garlic clove, finely grated, one 12-oz. jar roasted red peppers, drained, coarsely chopped, 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved (about 2 cups), 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, 2 Tbsp. sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar, and 1 tsp. Diamond Crystal or ½ tsp. Morton kosher salt in a large bowl and generously season with freshly ground black pepper. Toss until red peppers and tomatoes are well coated.
2. 2.Heat remaining 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high. Cook gnocchi, stirring occasionally, until golden brown all over, 8–10 minutes.
3. 3.Add gnocchi to bowl with red pepper mixture along with 8 oz. fresh mozzarella, torn, 1 cup (lightly packed) coarsely chopped basil, and ¼ cup (lightly packed) coarsely chopped parsley and stir gently to combine. Taste and add more vinegar and/or season with more salt if needed. Spoon onto a platter to serve.