Pesto Ravioli Salad With Black Olives and Asparagus

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
Pesto Ravioli Salad with Black Olives and Asparagus
in Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/3 cup pine nuts , toasted
1 cup lightly packed cilantro leaves and stems
1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
3 garlic cloves , peeled
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice , plus more to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
reserved pasta water
fine-grain sea salt
fresh ground pepper
1 lb fresh ravioli
1 bunch asparagus , ends cut off and cut into 2-inch pieces
1/2 cup oil-cured black olive , chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
540
Sugar
5g
Fat
31g
Ravioli salad is a refreshing twist on the classic Italian pasta. This version is made with rich and creamy pesto sauce, salty black olives, and satisfyingly crunchy asparagus. It makes a great side dish or a light meal on its own. This dish is perfect for a hot summer day when you don't feel like cooking over the stove. You can also customize this dish to your preference by adding other veggies or protein of your choice.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.Toast pine nuts on a rimmed baking sheet for 7-10 minutes, until lightly browned.
3.In a food processor, pulse toasted pine nuts, cilantro, parmesan cheese, garlic, and 2 tablespoons lemon juice to make pesto. Gradually add olive oil while pulsing, until emulsified.
4.Cook ravioli in salted boiling water according to package instructions. Add asparagus to the pot for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking time, until tender but still firm.
5.Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and then drain the pasta and asparagus. Toss with pesto, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a creamy sauce.
6.Gently stir in chopped black olives, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

PROS

This salad is a tasty and satisfying way to incorporate more veggies into your diet.

It can be made in advance, making it a great option for meal prep or a party dish.

CONS

This salad is high in carbs and calories.
It may not be suitable for those on a low carb or low calorie diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Asparagus is a nutrient-dense vegetable high in fiber, folate, and vitamins A, C, and K.
Black olives are a good source of healthy monounsaturated fats, vitamin E, iron, and fiber.
Pine nuts contain heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, protein, and various micronutrients such as magnesium and zinc.

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