Low Fat Ravioli with Cream Sauce

Indulge in the creamy decadence of Italian cuisine without the guilt with this Low Fat Ravioli with Cream Sauce recipe. Delicate whole wheat wonton wrappers are filled with a flavorful mixture of low-fat ricotta, Parmesan, fresh spinach, and a hint of nutmeg, creating light yet satisfying ravioli pillows. Simmered to perfection, these ravioli are topped with a velvety low-fat cream sauce, infused with garlic and finished with fresh basil for a burst of brightness. Ready in just 40 minutes, this healthy ravioli recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant meal to impress. It's a lower-calorie twist on a classic dish that doesn’t skimp on flavor! Keywords: low fat ravioli, healthy Italian recipes, cream sauce pasta, spinach filling ravioli.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Low-fat ricotta cheese
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 large Egg whites
• 1 cup Fresh spinach, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 24 pieces Whole wheat wonton wrappers
• 1.5 cups Low-fat milk
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.125 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine the low-fat ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, egg whites, chopped spinach, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form the ravioli filling.

Step 2

Lay out the wonton wrappers on a clean surface. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the cheese filling into the center of each wrapper.

Step 3

Using a finger, dab water around the edges of the wrapper, fold over to form a triangle, and press the edges to seal. Make sure there are no air pockets.

Step 4

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a gentle boil.

Step 5

Gently add the filled ravioli to the boiling water and cook for 3-4 minutes or until they float to the top. Once cooked, carefully remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 6

For the cream sauce, in a small saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat, add minced garlic, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 7

In a separate bowl, whisk together the low-fat milk and cornstarch until smooth. Slowly add this mixture to the saucepan while stirring continuously.

Step 8

Add the nutmeg and season with additional salt and pepper to taste.

Step 9

Continue to cook the sauce, stirring often, until it thickens to your desired consistency, about 5 minutes.

Step 10

To serve, spoon the cream sauce over the cooked ravioli and garnish with chopped fresh basil leaves.

Step 11

Enjoy your low-fat ravioli with cream sauce as a delightful, guilt-free meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1270.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2019.6

Total Fat 59.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 143.0mg	0%
Sodium 3268.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 277.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.9g	0%
Total Sugars 18.0g
Protein 105.7g	0%

Vitamin D 151.2IU	0%
Calcium 1548.2mg	0%
Iron 10.5mg	0%
Potassium 1224.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.9%

Protein: 20.4%

Carbs: 53.7%