Ravioli with Tomatoes, Asparagus, Garlic & Herbs

• timp total: 30mins

Ingrediente

Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

250–300g ravioli (cheese or spinach-filled works great)

1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces

1–1½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved

3–4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

2 tbsp olive oil

1–2 tbsp butter (optional, for richness)

¼ cup fresh basil, chopped

1–2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Salt and black pepper (to taste)

Red chili flakes (optional)

Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)

Zest of ½ lemon (optional, for brightness)

Instrucțiuni

Cook the ravioli

Bring salted water to a boil.

Cook ravioli according to package instructions (usually 3–5 minutes).

Reserve about ½ cup pasta water, then drain.

Cook the asparagus

In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Add asparagus and sauté for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.

Add garlic & tomatoes

Add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds (don’t burn it).

Toss in cherry tomatoes and cook 2–3 minutes until slightly softened.

Combine everything

Add cooked ravioli to the pan.

Add a splash of reserved pasta water and butter (if using).

Toss gently to coat everything in the sauce.

Finish with herbs

Stir in basil, parsley, salt, pepper, and chili flakes.

Add lemon zest for extra freshness (optional).

Serve

Plate and top with grated Parmesan.

Drizzle a little olive oil if desired.