Servings: 3–4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
Total Time: 25–30 minutes
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound asparagus, ends trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth if vegetarian)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 (9 oz / 250 g) package cheese or spinach ravioli (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional, for a richer sauce)
- Extra olive oil or lemon zest, for finishing
🍳 Instructions
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Prepare the ravioli:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Add the ravioli and cook according to package instructions (usually 3–5 minutes for fresh, 8–10 for frozen).
Once cooked, gently drain and set aside. Drizzle with a little olive oil to prevent sticking. -
Sauté the asparagus:
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat.
Add the asparagus and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it starts to turn bright green and tender-crisp. -
Add tomatoes and garlic:
Add the cherry tomatoes and minced garlic to the pan.
Sauté for another 2–3 minutes, just until the tomatoes begin to soften and release their juices.
Season with salt and black pepper. -
Make the light sauce:
Pour in ¼ cup chicken broth and 1 tablespoon lemon juice.
Let it simmer gently for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, to reduce slightly and allow the flavors to meld.
(Optional: stir in 1 tablespoon butter for a silkier sauce.) -
Combine with ravioli:
Add the cooked ravioli directly into the skillet.
Gently toss everything together so the ravioli is well-coated with the sauce and vegetables.
Be careful not to break the ravioli. -
Add fresh herbs:
Remove from heat, then stir in fresh basil and parsley.
Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired. -
Serve and garnish:
Plate the ravioli with plenty of the asparagus and tomato mixture on top.
Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and finish with a drizzle of olive oil or a touch of lemon zest.
🍋 Chef’s Tips
- Add protein: Toss in cooked shrimp, grilled chicken, or white beans.
- Go creamy: Mix in 2 tablespoons of ricotta, cream cheese, or light cream for a silky sauce.
- Make it vegan: Use vegan ravioli and replace butter with olive oil.
