Hey friends, Shaym here, and let me tell you, this Tuscan Tomato & Gnocchi Soup came from one of those fridge-clean-out moments. I had half a jar of marinara, a lone package of gnocchi, and a handful of wilting spinach. The result? A rich, silky tomato broth with bites of pillowy gnocchi and warm Tuscan flavor in every spoonful. Now I make this soup on purpose. It’s everything I love in one bowl, comforting, herby, and surprisingly fast.
Rustic Flavors, Simple Ingredients
This soup is built on the basics: garlic, onion, tomato paste, broth, and a good quality marinara sauce. We boost that with dried basil and oregano for that Tuscan vibe, then simmer it all together until it thickens slightly. The gnocchi go right into the pot, cooking directly in the broth, no boiling needed. At the end, we stir in baby spinach and a splash of cream for balance.
In just 30 minutes, you’ve got a stunning Tuscan Tomato & Gnocchi Soup that tastes like it’s been simmering all day. Serve it solo or alongside these crispy Chicken Cutlets or buttery Air Fryer Carrots to round out your meal.
Make It Yours
Want it creamy? Add more cream. Vegan? Use coconut milk and skip the cheese. Craving spice? A pinch of red pepper flakes or chopped Calabrian chili works wonders. I’ve even added white beans to bulk it up, totally works. This soup is unfussy, flexible, and built for weeknights.
Leftovers reheat beautifully and thicken slightly by the next day (in the best way).
Tuscan Tomato & Gnocchi Soup Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce (use a good one!)
- 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 (16 oz) package potato gnocchi
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
- 2 cups baby spinach
- Grated parmesan, for serving (optional)
Instructions:
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion for 3–4 minutes, then add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
- Stir in tomato paste, basil, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute to deepen the flavor.
- Pour in marinara and broth, stir well, and bring to a simmer.
- Add gnocchi and cook for 5–7 minutes, or until gnocchi float and are tender.
- Stir in cream and spinach. Cook just until spinach wilts. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Serve hot, topped with grated parmesan if desired.
Weeknight Worthy, Dinner Party Pretty
Tuscan Tomato & Gnocchi Soup is the kind of dish that’s humble enough for a cozy night in but flavorful enough to serve to guests. It checks every box: one pot, pantry-friendly, and endlessly customizable. Bonus? It’s gorgeous in the bowl. Total win.