This vibrant spring ravioli dish combines tender cheese-filled pasta with fresh asparagus and sweet cherry tomatoes in a light, flavorful sauce. It’s a restaurant-quality meal that comes together in just 25 minutes, perfect for weeknight dinners when you want something special without the fuss.
This recipe saved me countless times when unexpected guests arrived. The combination of store-bought ravioli with fresh vegetables creates a dish that looks and tastes like I spent hours in the kitchen, when really it took less than 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- Fresh asparagus: For a crisp texture and spring flavor, look for bright green stalks with tight tips
- Cherry tomatoes: Add sweetness and acidity, choose ripe ones for best flavor
- Minced garlic: Creates aromatic depth, use fresh rather than pre-minced for the best taste
- Chicken broth: Forms the base of the light sauce, homemade elevates the dish but store-bought works well too
- Lemon juice: Brightens all the flavors, fresh is significantly better than bottled
- Fresh herbs: Like basil and parsley provide color and summery notes, avoid dried substitutes
- Parmesan cheese: Adds savory richness, grate it yourself from a block for superior melt and flavor
- Refrigerated cheese ravioli: Offers convenience without sacrificing quality, choose a good brand
Step-by-Step Instructions
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