Quick Ravioli with Asparagus, Tomatoes, and Herbs
A vibrant and comforting dish perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, featuring tender cheese ravioli enveloped in a light, zesty sauce with asparagus, cherry tomatoes, and fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sauteeing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 450 grams asparagus, trimmed and cut into pieces
- 300 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 60 millilitres chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 15 grams fresh basil, chopped
- 15 grams fresh parsley, chopped
- 25 grams grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- 570 grams refrigerated cheese ravioli
Instructions
- Sauté the garlic in a large skillet with olive oil over medium heat until fragrant.
- Toss in the asparagus and cook for 3–4 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook for another 2–3 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and cook for about 2 minutes until it reduces slightly.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste.
- Cook the ravioli according to package instructions in a separate pot.
- Combine the drained ravioli with the sautéed veggies in the skillet.
- Finish by stirring in fresh basil, parsley, and grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For a creamy version, stir in heavy cream or crème fraîche. You can also swap herbs for basil pesto or add grilled chicken or shrimp for protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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