Ravioli di Ricotta e Asparagi con Salsa di Piselli

Vegetarian
Health score
14%
Ravioli di Ricotta e Asparagi con Salsa di Piselli
45 min.
6
408kcal

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This recipe for Ravioli di Ricotta e Asparagi con Salsa di Piselli is a delicious and elegant dish perfect for a springtime meal. The combination of fresh asparagus, creamy ricotta, and sweet pea sauce creates a harmonious balance of flavors and textures. The ravioli are delicate and flavorful, with the asparagus adding a lovely freshness. The pea sauce is a wonderful complement, adding a touch of sweetness and a vibrant green color to the dish.

This recipe is a great way to showcase the best of spring produce. The asparagus and peas are the stars of the dish, with their bright, fresh flavors taking center stage. The ricotta adds a lovely creaminess and richness to the filling, while the pasta provides a satisfying bite. The result is a dish that is both elegant and comforting, perfect for a special occasion or a cozy night in.

The process of making ravioli from scratch may seem daunting, but it is a rewarding experience. The fresh pasta dough is easy to work with and comes together quickly. The filling can be prepared in advance, making assembly a breeze. The pea sauce is simple to prepare and can also be made ahead of time, leaving you with a delicious, restaurant-quality dish that is sure to impress.

Ingredients

  • pound asparagus 
  • large eggs 
  • servings extra wide egg noodles fresh
  • teaspoon mint leaves fresh minced
  • tablespoon spring onion chopped
  • cup peas fresh green shelled
  • servings olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • ounces whole-milk ricotta cheese fresh
  • cup water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • pot
  • blender

Directions

  1. Bring first 4 ingredients to boil in small saucepan. Cook uncovered until peas are just tender, about 3 minutes. Cool slightly.
  2. Transfer mixture to blender; puree until smooth (sauce will be thin). Season with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 6 hours ahead. Cover and chill. Rewarm before using.)
  3. Cut top 3 inches off asparagus; cut into 1/2-inch lengths. Cook in saucepan of boiling salted water until tender, about 3 minutes.
  4. Drain; place in bowl of ice water.
  5. Drain; pat dry.
  6. Mix cheese and mint in medium bowl. Stir in asparagus. Season with salt and pepper; mix in egg.
  7. Follow directions for making and rolling Fresh Egg Pasta dough into sheets. Starting 1 inch from 1 short side of 1 pasta sheet, drop ricotta filling by rounded teaspoonfuls down center of sheet, spacing mounds 2 inches apart.
  8. Brush pasta edges and between mounds of filling lightly with water. Cover with second pasta sheet, pressing down around filling to eliminate air pockets and to seal. Using fluted pastry wheel, cut pasta between filling, trimming sides to form 2- to 2 1/4-inch ravioli. Repeat with more pasta and remaining filling, making about 3
  9. (Reserve remaining pasta for another use, cutting into shapes and drying on floured work surface.)
  10. Place ravioli on floured baking sheet; let dry 30 minutes. (Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover; chill.)
  11. Working in 2 batches, cook ravioliin very large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, stirring gently, about 3 minutes.
  12. Drain ravioli. Divide hot pea sauce among 6 plates. Top with ravioli.
  13. Drizzle with olive oil and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories408kcal
Protein13.92%
Fat38.43%
Carbs47.65%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.39
Glycemic Load
18.13
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
18.232608695652%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
4.31mg
Kaempferol
1.06mg
Quercetin
10.68mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:408.42kcal
20.42%
Fat:17.47g
26.87%
Saturated Fat:2.9g
18.13%
Carbohydrates:48.73g
16.24%
Net Carbohydrates:43.89g
15.96%
Sugar:4.81g
5.34%
Cholesterol:82.58mg
27.53%
Sodium:252.29mg
10.97%
Protein:14.24g
28.48%
Selenium:48.87µg
69.81%
Vitamin K:48.25µg
45.95%
Manganese:0.7mg
35.1%
Phosphorus:217.25mg
21.73%
Vitamin E:3.2mg
21.35%
Fiber:4.84g
19.36%
Folate:75.84µg
18.96%
Copper:0.37mg
18.25%
Iron:3.28mg
18.21%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
18.1%
Vitamin C:14.09mg
17.08%
Vitamin A:846.8IU
16.94%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.4%
Magnesium:52.65mg
13.16%
Zinc:1.9mg
12.66%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.27%
Vitamin B3:2.43mg
12.16%
Potassium:362.85mg
10.37%
Calcium:96.01mg
9.6%
Vitamin B5:0.87mg
8.72%
Vitamin B12:0.24µg
3.94%
Vitamin D:0.33µg
2.23%
Source:Epicurious