Description
A fresh and flavorful ravioli dish featuring tender asparagus, juicy cherry tomatoes, garlic, and fragrant herbs, tossed in a light lemon and chicken broth sauce and finished with grated Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a quick and elegant dinner that combines simple ingredients with vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound asparagus, ends trimmed, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- 1 package (20 ounces) refrigerated cheese ravioli
Instructions
- Cook Ravioli: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the cheese ravioli according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain the ravioli and set it aside.
- Sauté Asparagus: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cut asparagus pieces and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender-crisp but still bright green.
- Add Tomatoes and Garlic: Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until the tomatoes soften and the garlic becomes fragrant.
- Simmer with Broth and Lemon: Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, then reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer for about 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Toss in Ravioli: Add the cooked ravioli to the skillet and gently toss to coat the pasta evenly with the vegetable and broth mixture.
- Incorporate Herbs and Cheese: Stir in the chopped basil, parsley, and grated Parmesan cheese. Let it cook together for 1 to 2 minutes to blend the flavors and warm the cheese through.
- Serve: Serve the ravioli hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired for extra flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth to make the dish vegetarian-friendly.
- Fresh herbs add vibrant flavor, but dried herbs can be substituted in a pinch (use about 1 teaspoon dried each).
- Be careful not to overcook the asparagus to maintain its crisp texture and color.
- For a richer dish, add a splash of cream or a pat of butter when stirring in the herbs and cheese.
