Low Carb Turkey Ravioli w Italian Kale Salad Recipe

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Low Carb Turkey Ravioli w Italian Kale Salad
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Description

Imagine tender, cheese-filled ravioli, but with a delightful twist. This recipe replaces traditional pasta with thin slices of turkey breast, creating a lighter, protein-rich alternative that doesn't compromise on flavor. Each ravioli is generously stuffed with a creamy blend of ricotta and mozzarella, subtly enhanced with fresh basil.

Feel free to customize the cheese filling with your favorite herbs and spices to create your unique flavor profile. Baked to golden perfection in a simple yet vibrant tomato sauce and sprinkled with parmesan cheese, these ravioli offer a comforting and satisfying meal experience. Complementing the richness of the ravioli is a refreshing Italian kale salad.

Massaging the kale leaves with salt and lemon juice tenderizes them, mellowing out any bitterness and creating a delightful texture. The lemon juice also brightens the flavor of the kale, balancing the dish. A sprinkle of Italian spices adds a warm, aromatic touch, completing this simple and flavorful side dish.

The massaging process is key: it breaks down the tough fibers in the kale, making it more palatable and allowing it to absorb the flavors of the dressing. The result is a salad that is both healthy and delicious, a perfect counterpoint to the richness of the ravioli. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering.

The combination of the savory ravioli and the bright, refreshing salad creates a balanced and satisfying meal that everyone will enjoy. The turkey breast ravioli are surprisingly easy to assemble and the tomato sauce comes together quickly with pantry staples. The kale salad can be prepared in advance, making this a great option for meal prepping.

Look for plain oven-roasted turkey, cajun, peppercorn, or Italian herb flavors for this recipe to elevate the flavor. Whether you're looking for a lighter take on a classic Italian dish or simply want to incorporate more protein into your diet, this recipe is sure to please. The melding of flavors and textures, from the creamy cheese filling to the tender turkey and the crisp kale, makes every bite a culinary adventure.

Preparation Time

Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
15 min
Total Time
35 min

Nutrition Information

Per 1 4 ravioli w salad serving
C
Calories
320 Kcal

C
Carbs
15 g
Fi
Fiber
4 g
Sugar
5 g

P
Protein
25 g

C
Fats
18 g
Saturated Fats 6 g
Unsaturated Fats 10 g

Cholestrol 70 mg
Sodium 450 mg
Potassium 500 mg
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Ingredients

    1.
    Ricotta cheese, whole milk
    Ricotta cheese, whole milk
    0.5 cup
    2.
    Mozzarella cheese
    Mozzarella cheese
    0.5 cup, shredded
    3.
    Salt
    Salt
    0.13 tsp
    4.
    Black pepper
    Black pepper
    0.13 tsp
    5.
    Basil
    Basil
    10 leaf
    6.
    Turkey Breast Sliced Prepackaged Or Deli Meat
    Turkey Breast Sliced Prepackaged Or Deli Meat
    8 slices
    7.
    Butter, unsalted
    Butter, unsalted
    1 tbsp
    8.
    Olive Or Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    Olive Or Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    2 tsp
    9.
    Tomato paste
    Tomato paste
    1 tbsp
    10.
    Garlic
    Garlic
    0.5 tsp, chopped
    11.
    Cream Heavy Whipping
    Cream Heavy Whipping
    2 fl oz
    12.
    Chicken broth
    Chicken broth
    0.13 cup
    13.
    Salt
    Salt
    0.13 tsp
    14.
    Black pepper
    Black pepper
    0.13 tsp
    15.
    Onion powder
    Onion powder
    0.13 tsp
    16.
    Parmesan cheese
    Parmesan cheese
    1 tbsp, grated
    17.
    Kale
    Kale
    2 oz
    18.
    Salt
    Salt
    0.13 tsp
    19.
    Lemon juice
    Lemon juice
    1 tsp
    20.
    Extra virgin olive oil
    Extra virgin olive oil
    1 tsp
    21.
    Garlic
    Garlic
    0.5 tsp, chopped
    22.
    Black pepper
    Black pepper
    0.13 tsp
    23.
    Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
    Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
    0.13 tsp
    24.
    Italian seasoning
    Italian seasoning
    0.25 tsp

Instructions

    1.
    Make the ravioli filling by mixing the ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, salt, pepper, and minced basil in a mixing bowl. Mix and fold together until you have a creamy, consistent filling. Arrange the turkey slices laid out flat. Fill the center of each turkey slice with about 1 tablespoons of cheese filling. Fold each edge of the turkey slice over the filling to make a little square ravioli. Flip the folded ravioli over to lay it over its seam.
    2.
    Melt the butter in a wide oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Once melted, place the ravioli in the butter one at a time, seam-side down. Let the ravioli fry undisturbed in the butter for 4-5 minutes. You may adjust the heat as necessary to avoid burning, but you want the toasted side of the ravioli to have a golden brown color. Use a spatula to gently transfer the toasted ravioli to a clean surface to rest temporarily.
    3.
    Return the skillet to your stove, leaving any excess fat in it. Over low heat, add the olive oil, tomato paste, and garlic to the skillet. Stir the tomato paste around until it heats through the turns soft in the hot fats. Stir the broth into the skillet, followed by the heavy cream. Stir until you have a thick and creamy tomato sauce bubbling over low heat. Season the sauce with just pinches of salt, pepper, and onion powder. If you ave increased the recipe yield, you can add teaspoon of those spices to the sauce.
    4.
    Keep the stove heat on low and turn your oven broiler on to high heat. Use your spatula to return the toasted turkey ravioli to the skillet full of tomato sauce. Nestle the ravioli in the sauce and you can even spoon a little sauce over each ravioli. Take the full skillet off the stove and sprinkle the parmesan cheese over the whole skillet. Place the skillet in your oven and leave it under the broiler for 4-5 minutes. Watch for the parmesan to turn lightly golden and the sauce around the edges of the skillet should bubble and brown.
    5.
    Once the ravioli is done, you can leave it to rest on top of your warm stove while you quickly put together the Italian kale salad. Rip the fresh leaves of kale off the stems and chop the leaves into small pieces. The weight listed in the ingredients is the weight of the chopped kale only without stems. Add the chopped kale to a large mixing bowl and add salt and lemon juice to the bowl. Use your hands to massage the kale as it releases excess liquid and begins to wilt. You can massage the kale for up to 5 minutes, but stop when the kale reaches an enjoyable texture for your palate.
    6.
    Once the kale is wilted, toss the kale with olive oil, garlic, black pepper, red pepper, and italian seasoning. At your discretion, you can add any extra Keto ingredients you would enjoy to this salad. This may include other spices or fresh herbs, vinegar of your choice, mozzarella cheese pearls, chopped nuts, avocado, or olives. Serve approximately 2 ounces of kale salad with 4 ravioli per person, family-style.