Description
Homemade Summer Garden Ravioli blends delicate pasta pockets with fresh seasonal vegetables and aromatic herbs. Savory Italian-inspired flavors dance on plates, inviting you to savor each delightful, herb-infused bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 package (20 ounces) refrigerated cheese ravioli
- 1 pound asparagus, ends trimmed, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Liquids and Cheese:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
Instructions
- Prepare a large pot of salted water and cook ravioli according to package instructions until al dente, typically 3-4 minutes. Reserve a small cup of pasta water before draining.
- Heat olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, approximately 2 minutes.
- Add chopped asparagus to the skillet, sautéing for 4-5 minutes until vibrant green and crisp-tender, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
- Introduce halved cherry tomatoes and minced garlic to the skillet, seasoning generously with salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until tomatoes start to release their juices.
- Pour chicken broth and fresh lemon juice into the skillet, creating a light, aromatic sauce. Simmer for 2 minutes, allowing flavors to meld together.
- Gently fold cooked ravioli into the vegetable mixture, ensuring each pasta pocket is coated with the fragrant sauce. If sauce seems dry, add reserved pasta water to create a silky consistency.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped basil, parsley, and grated Parmesan cheese over the dish. Toss briefly to distribute herbs and cheese evenly, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Transfer ravioli to serving plates, garnishing with extra Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Preserve asparagus crispness by cooking briefly over high heat to maintain its vibrant green color and tender texture.
- Select fresh, high-quality cherry tomatoes for the most intense burst of sweet-tangy flavor that complements the ravioli.
- Adjust liquid ratio carefully to prevent soggy ravioli, ensuring just enough sauce to coat without drowning the pasta.
- For vegetarian option, swap chicken broth with vegetable broth and use plant-based Parmesan to create a delicious meat-free version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 387 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 345 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 19 g
- Cholesterol: 17 mg