Ravioli Tomatoes Asparagus (Print Format)

Cheese ravioli combined with tender asparagus, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fresh herbs in a light, flavorful sauce.

# Ingredients:

→ Fresh vegetables and aromatics

01 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
02 - 1 pound fresh asparagus, ends trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
03 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
05 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Sauce and seasonings

06 - ¼ cup chicken broth
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
08 - ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
09 - ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
10 - ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated, plus extra for serving

→ Pasta

11 - 1 package (20 oz) refrigerated cheese ravioli

# Steps:

01 - Start by cooking your cheese ravioli according to the package directions until they're perfectly tender. Drain them well and set aside - they'll join the party in the skillet soon!
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Add your asparagus pieces and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they're beautifully tender-crisp and bright green.
03 - Toss in those gorgeous halved cherry tomatoes and minced garlic, seasoning everything with salt and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes just begin to soften and release their juices.
04 - Pour in the chicken broth and fresh lemon juice, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for about 2 minutes to meld all those fresh flavors together beautifully.
05 - Gently add your cooked ravioli to the skillet and toss everything together carefully - you want to coat the pasta with the vegetables and sauce without breaking those delicate pillows of cheese.
06 - Stir in the fresh basil, parsley, and grated Parmesan cheese. Cook for just another 1-2 minutes until everything is heated through and the cheese has melted slightly into the sauce.
07 - Serve immediately while hot, with plenty of extra Parmesan cheese on the side for those who want to go all out. This fresh, vibrant dish is pure spring on a plate!

# Tips:

01 - This dish celebrates the best of spring with fresh asparagus and juicy cherry tomatoes paired with rich, cheesy ravioli for the perfect balance.
02 - The key is to keep the asparagus tender-crisp - you want it to have a little bite for the best texture contrast with the soft ravioli.
03 - Fresh herbs make all the difference here, but if you only have dried, use about 1/3 the amount called for in the recipe.
04 - This recipe works beautifully with any filled ravioli - try spinach and ricotta, mushroom, or even lobster ravioli for a special occasion.
05 - For a vegetarian version, simply substitute vegetable broth for the chicken broth - the flavor will be just as delicious.

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