Easy Low-Fat Cheese Ravioli

Health score
11%
Easy Low-Fat Cheese Ravioli
45 min.
4
254kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious yet guilt-free meal that will impress your family and friends? Look no further than this Easy Low-Fat Cheese Ravioli! With a delightful combination of part-skim ricotta cheese, fresh basil, and a hint of nutmeg, these homemade ravioli are bursting with flavor while keeping the calories in check. At just 254 calories per serving, this dish is perfect for those who want to indulge without compromising their health goals.

What makes this recipe truly special is its simplicity. Using gyoza wrappers, you can create perfectly sealed ravioli in no time, making it an ideal choice for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner. The light tomato sauce adds a refreshing touch, complementing the creamy filling beautifully. Plus, with the option to prepare the ravioli ahead of time, you can easily whip up this meal even on your busiest days.

Whether you're serving it as a side dish or as the main course, this Easy Low-Fat Cheese Ravioli is sure to become a favorite in your household. Garnished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and additional fresh basil, it’s not just a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight. So roll up your sleeves and get ready to enjoy a homemade pasta experience that’s both healthy and satisfying!

Ingredients

  • pinch nutmeg 
  • servings basil fresh chopped
  • tablespoons parmesan cheese grated
  •  garlic clove pressed
  • servings tomato sauce light
  •  eggs 
  • 24  wonton wrappers () (pot-sticker)
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh chopped
  • 0.8 cup part-skim ricotta 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • pot
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Mix first 6 ingredients in medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Place 1 rounded teaspoon filling in center of gyoza wrapper.
  3. Brush edge of gyoza wrapper lightly with water. Fold wrapper in half, enclosing filling completely. Pinch edges to seal.
  4. Transfer ravioli to baking sheet. Repeat with remaining filling and wrappers. (Can be prepared up to 2 hours ahead; refrigerate.)
  5. Bring large pot of salted water to boil. Carefully add ravioli to pot. Cook until ravioli are just tender, stirring gently, about 3 minutes. Using large slotted spoon, transfer ravioli to bowls.
  6. Pour sauce over ravioli.
  7. Sprinkle each with 1/2 tablespoon cheese.
  8. Garnish with additional basil and serve immediately.
  9. Per serving: calories, 270; fat, 8 g; sodium, 444 mg; cholesterol, 75 mg
  10. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories254kcal
Protein21.02%
Fat23.11%
Carbs55.87%

Properties

Glycemic Index
71.25
Glycemic Load
2.25
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
14.644347786903%

Flavonoids

Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:254.01kcal
12.7%
Fat:6.58g
10.13%
Saturated Fat:3.26g
20.36%
Carbohydrates:35.8g
11.93%
Net Carbohydrates:33.03g
12.01%
Sugar:4.64g
5.15%
Cholesterol:61.56mg
20.52%
Sodium:955.85mg
41.56%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.47g
26.95%
Selenium:25.56µg
36.52%
Manganese:0.49mg
24.4%
Vitamin B2:0.4mg
23.43%
Calcium:201.05mg
20.11%
Vitamin A:981.26IU
19.63%
Phosphorus:195.89mg
19.59%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.76%
Vitamin B3:3.74mg
18.71%
Iron:3.23mg
17.93%
Vitamin K:18.37µg
17.49%
Folate:63.68µg
15.92%
Potassium:492.84mg
14.08%
Vitamin E:1.95mg
13.02%
Copper:0.25mg
12.5%
Vitamin C:9.45mg
11.45%
Fiber:2.77g
11.09%
Zinc:1.5mg
10.03%
Magnesium:39.43mg
9.86%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
8.94%
Vitamin B5:0.69mg
6.91%
Vitamin B12:0.28µg
4.59%
Vitamin D:0.28µg
1.86%
Source:Epicurious