Ricotta Ravioli with Lemon Butter: A Weeknight Dinner Must-Try

Nov 27, 2025

Need a dinner idea that’s fast, flavorful, and feels like something you'd order at a trattoria in Tuscany? Ricotta ravioli with lemon butter is a go-to Italian comfort dish that’s elegant enough for entertaining and easy enough for a Tuesday night. The combination of creamy ricotta, silky pasta, and bright lemon butter creates a dish that’s rich, refreshing, and incredibly satisfying.

And with high-quality ingredients from Nicola’s Marketplace, it’s easier than ever to make at home.

Start with the Right Ravioli

The foundation of this dish is, of course, the pasta. Skip the store-bought and use Nicola’s Cheese Ravioli, which are handcrafted with premium ricotta and flash-frozen to lock in freshness. They cook in just a few minutes and taste like they came straight from an Italian kitchen.

The Secret Is in the Sauce

What elevates this dish is the simplicity and quality of the lemon butter sauce. It’s just a few ingredients: butter, lemon, and pasta water, but when made with care (and great butter), it becomes something special.

For best results, we recommend using Beurre de Baratte Salted Butter. Made in the French tradition, it’s slow-churned and deeply flavorful with just the right hint of sea salt.

And for that final citrusy pop, finish your dish with a drizzle of Agrumato® Lemon Olive Oil, a beautifully aromatic oil pressed with real lemons from Abruzzo, Italy.

Quick Lemon Butter Ravioli Recipe

Ingredients

1 package Cheese Ravioli
2–3 tablespoons Beurre de Baratte Salted Butter
Zest and juice of ½ a lemon
2 tablespoons reserved pasta water
Black pepper, to taste
Grated Parmigiano Reggiano
Agrumato® Lemon Olive Oil for finishing

Instructions

Boil a pot of salted water and cook ravioli until they float (about 8–10 minutes).
In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add lemon zest and juice.
Transfer ravioli directly into the pan using a slotted spoon. Add a splash of pasta water.
Toss gently to coat and simmer for 1–2 minutes.
Finish with black pepper, grated Parmigiano, and a drizzle of lemon olive oil. Serve warm.

What to Serve With It

Baby arugula salad with shaved fennel and lemon vinaigrette
Roasted asparagus or zucchini ribbons
A crusty loaf of Italian bread
And for dessert? A flaky sfogliatelle or bomboloni from Nicola’s Marketplace

Make It a Weeknight Tradition

With a few pantry staples and authentic ingredients, this ravioli dish can easily become part of your regular dinner rotation. It's comforting, elegant, and endlessly customizable. And with quality products like Beurre de Baratte and Agrumato® Lemon Olive Oil, it’s more than just pasta. It’s an experience.

Bring a taste of Italy home tonight with Nicola’s Cheese Ravioli and the finest butter and olive oil essentials.