Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (20 oz) package refrigerated four cheese ravioli
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 pound thin asparagus, woody ends trimmed and chopped into 2-inch pieces
- 1 (10.5 oz) package grape tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 2/3 cup chopped and toasted walnuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup minced fresh basil
- 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/3 cup shredded parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook ravioli in boiling water according to package instructions; drain.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil and melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add asparagus to the skillet and sauté until tender, about 4 minutes.
- Add tomatoes and garlic and sauté about 1 minute more, then toss in balsamic vinegar.
- Pour cooked ravioli into a large serving bowl.
- Add the asparagus mixture along with walnuts (if using), basil, and parsley to the bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste and toss gently.
- Sprinkle parmesan cheese on top and serve warm.
Notes
1. Use store-bought four-cheese ravioli for ease and flavor. 2. Toast walnuts separately to enhance crunch and flavor if using. 3. The balsamic vinegar adds brightness and balances the richness from butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg