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Ricotta and Lemon Zest Ravioli with Burst Tomatoes and Burrata


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  • Author: Chef Billy

Description

Fresh homemade ravioli filled with creamy ricotta and bright lemon zest, served with burst cherry tomatoes and a decadent burrata finish. Perfect for a spring or summer main dish.


Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 ounces burrata cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. Make the pasta dough: On a clean surface, mound the flour and make a well in the center. Crack the eggs into the well, add olive oil and a pinch of salt. Gradually incorporate the flour into the eggs until a dough forms. Knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth. Wrap in plastic and rest for 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare the filling: In a bowl, mix ricotta, Parmesan, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until combined.
  3. Roll out the pasta: Divide the dough into 4 pieces. Using a pasta machine, roll each piece through progressively thinner settings until about 1/16-inch thick. Lay sheets on a floured surface.
  4. Assemble the ravioli: Place teaspoon-sized dollops of filling about 2 inches apart on one pasta sheet. Brush edges with water, place a second sheet on top, and press around each mound to seal. Cut into squares with a ravioli cutter or knife.
  5. Cook the ravioli: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add ravioli and cook for 3-4 minutes until they float. Drain gently.
  6. Make the burst tomatoes: While ravioli cook, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add cherry tomatoes and garlic, cook until tomatoes burst and soften, about 5 minutes.
  7. Assemble the dish: Place cooked ravioli on plates. Top with burst tomatoes and garlic. Tear burrata over each portion and garnish with fresh basil.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste. For a richer sauce, add a splash of pasta water to the burst tomatoes. Burrata is best added just before serving to maintain its creamy texture.