Go for delicious AND healthy with this green ravioli with garden pea, spinach and zucchini. A fancy main dish that's ready in just 15 minutes. This vegetarian pasta is very nutritious thanks to all the vegetables, but why are green vegetables so healthy anyway?
Green ravioli with garden pea
15 minutes
Why are green vegetables healthy?
Green vegetables are not only very photogenic, but also tremendously good for our bodies. Their vibrant colors are an indication of the abundance of nutrients they contain. From crisp spinach to refreshing cucumbers, green vegetables play a crucial role in maintaining a balanced and nutritious diet.
First of all, green vegetables are a good source of vitamins and minerals. They are packed with vitamins A, C, K and folic acid, essential nutrients that contribute to a healthy immune system, strong bones and a healthy metabolism. In addition, they contain an array of antioxidants, such as chlorophyll, which help fight free radicals and slow cell aging.
What makes green vegetables even more special is their high fiber content. Fiber is essential for healthy digestion and can help regulate blood sugar and cholesterol levels. They promote prolonged satiety, which can help with weight management and preventing overeating. And so whether you are full after eating this delicious ravioli ;).
In addition, green vegetables are low in calories and low in carbohydrates, making them ideal for people striving for weight loss or following a low-carb diet. So you can eat them in abundance! Pure gain.
Finally, green vegetables offer an unparalleled variety of flavors and textures, making them versatile in the kitchen. Whether you eat them raw in salads, steam them, stir-fry them or incorporate them into smoothies, there are countless ways to enjoy their benefits. They taste great with almost anything and you can really combine them with anything.
In short, adding green vegetables to your daily diet is very healthy as well as delicious.
Green ravioli with garden pea
Green ravioli with garden pea, spinach and zucchini tastes as good as it sounds. I use this ravioli and with it I make a delicious sauce of sautéed zucchini and spinach. This sauce is super creamy, healthy and packed with good nutrients. Top your pasta with garden peas and some extra Parmesan cheese and you have a divine pasta! A healthy vegetarian pasta for every day that is ready in 15 minutes!
What you need:
2
250 gr ravioli of your choice
1 zucchini
125 gr garden peas (frozen)
125 ml of cooking cream
75 gr fresh spinach
50 ml of tap water
or cooking liquid
40 gr Parmesan cheese
salt and pepper
olive oil
What to do:
1
Bring a pan of water to a boil and cook the ravioli according to the package directions. Catch half a cup of the cooking liquid when draining.
2
Cut the zucchini into slices. Heat some oil in a pan and fry all the zucchini slices in it on both sides until golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.
3
Put 1/3 of the sautéed zucchini together with the spinach, cooking cream 50 ml water and 3/4 of the Parmesan cheese in the blender. Season with salt and pepper and blend to a smooth sauce. Return the sauce to the pan in which you sautéed the zucchini and add the cooked ravioli, garden peas and remaining zucchini slices. Heat stirring and add some additional cooking liquid if necessary.
4
Divide the ravioli among the plates and garnish with the remaining Parmesan cheese.
5
Enjoy and don't forget to share your dish in your Instastory with the tag @easyculi!
