Description
This recipe features tender ravioli cooked quickly and tossed with a flavorful sauce made from sweet corn, zucchini, and garlic butter. It combines fresh vegetables with a rich, buttery coating that enhances the natural taste of the ingredients. The result is a simple yet satisfying dish with a balanced blend of textures and flavors, perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
8 oz cheese ravioli
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium zucchinis, sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
1.5 cups cooked corn kernels (about 3 ears of corn)
½ teaspoon smoked paprika or more
½ teaspoon chili powder or more
¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice or more
2 tablespoons butter, divided
Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the ravioli according to package instructions, usually 7 to 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
While the ravioli cooks, heat a large, high-sided cast-iron skillet over medium heat for 1 minute. Add olive oil, sliced zucchini, and minced garlic. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook for about 3 minutes over medium to medium-high heat, allowing the zucchini to get slightly charred. Flip the zucchini once during cooking.
Add the cooked corn kernels to the skillet with the zucchini. Season with smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
Pour in the freshly squeezed lime juice and add 2 tablespoons of butter. Reduce heat to low and stir the mixture quickly for a couple of minutes until the butter melts and the garlic butter sauce evenly coats the vegetables. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, smoked paprika, chili powder, or lime juice as desired.
To serve, spoon the corn and zucchini mixture over the cooked ravioli on each plate. Optionally, sprinkle a small amount of chili powder over the ravioli and veggies for garnish.
Notes
Make sure to drain ravioli well to avoid watery sauce
Use fresh herbs for enhanced flavor
Cook zucchini just until tender to retain texture
Stir sauce gently to prevent butter from separating
Serve immediately for best taste and texture
- Prep Time: 25
- Cook Time: 15