Ravioli With Creamy Basil Red Pepper Sauce Recipe

This dreamy, lightened-up ravioli recipe is ready in just 15 minutes! Roasted red peppers create a vibrant pinkish hue in this unbelievably easy creamy basil sauce. Perfect for a weeknight meal, it uses low-fat cream cheese (or try no-fat – let us know how it turns out!), fresh basil, and simple pantry staples. Skip the heavy red sauce and treat yourself to this lighter, flavorful alternative!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 138.7 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Ravioli With Creamy Basil Red Pepper Sauce

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How to Make Ravioli With Creamy Basil Red Pepper Sauce

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add frozen ravioli and cook according to package directions.
  2. While the ravioli cooks, add 1 (12 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, 4 ounces low-fat cream cheese, 1/2 cup milk, 1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaves, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and a pinch of crushed red pepper (optional) to a blender. Secure the lid.
  3. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
  4. Pour the sauce into a small saucepan and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, or until gently warmed through. Do not boil.
  5. Toss the cooked ravioli with the creamy sauce.
  6. Garnish with extra fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

47 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

31g

Carbs

1g

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