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    What to Serve with Ravioli: 21 Side Dishes

    Published: Mar 7, 2023 by Angela · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    What to Serve with Ravioli: 21 Side Dishes

    If you're looking for great side dishes for ravioli, you've come to the right place! Trying to decide what to serve with ravioli doesn't have to be difficult when you have this many delicious options to choose from.

    Whether you're craving an Italian-inspired salad, vegetable dish, or bread - here you'll find the best ravioli sides.

    All of these ravioli side dishes pair well with my favorite lobster ravioli with sherry cream sauce and when fall rolls around you can find pumpkin ravioli with fried sage or butternut squash ravioli on my dinner table.

    Images of various ravioli side dishes in a collage of the best ravioli sides.

    Italian Salads

    1. Copycat Olive Garden Salad

    One of my favorite side dishes for ravioli is this fresh, spring salad. Who can resist Olive Garden Italian dressing? It's tangy, bright, and tastes exactly like your favorite salad from the popular Italian chain restaurant.

    Olive Garden Salad
    Made with fresh, crispy lettuce and a homemade creamy Italian dressing, you’ll love this easy Olive Garden salad recipe made at home!
    Check out this recipe
    Green salad in a bowl with tomatoes, red onions, croutons, and banana peppers.

    2. Caprese Salad Skewers

    This twist on a classic Italian dish is a great way to incorporate freshness into your meal. This refreshing salad on a skewer is a simple dish bursting with flavor. Simply combine mozzarella cheese, cherry tomatoes, and basil with a cheese tortellini for the perfect bite.

    Caprese Tortellini Skewers with Balsamic Glaze
    Caprese Tortellini Skewers with Balsamic Glaze are an easy no-bake appetizer. Caprese skewers with tortellini make the best party appetizers.
    Check out this recipe
    Caprese tortellini skewers with balsamic glaze on a serving platter. Cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and a green kitchen towel surround the plate.

    3. Lemon Parmesan Salad

    This versatile green salad is easy enough for a busy weeknight and perfect for a special occasion. It's a perfect side dish for any ravioli dinner.

    Lemon Parmesan Salad
    Fresh, crunchy Lemon Parmesan Salad loaded with flavor from a tangy lemon vinaigrette, salty Parmesan cheese, and buttery toasted pine nuts.
    Check out this recipe
    Bright green salad in a bowl with lemon and parmesan cheese.

    4. Italian Panzanella Salad

    Panzanella is a popular summer bread and chopped tomato salad that is usually dressed with an oil and vinegar dressing. Homemade croutons are always a huge hit, so why not make a whole salad out of them? I like to serve this flavorful salad with a simple cheese ravioli.

    Panzanella Salad
    This tasty Italian Panzanella Salad combines toasted bread with fresh sun-ripened tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, thin slices of red onion, English cucumbers, capers, and fresh basil all drizzled with an easy vinaigrette.
    Check out this recipe
    Colorful panzanella salad in a bowl with bread and tomatoes.

    5. Classic Caesar Salad

    Perhaps the most famous and popular salad on the planet, Caesar is so simple, yet so tasty. This creamy sauce is made with olive oil, lemon juice, egg yolks, garlic, Dijon mustard, anchovies, Worcestershire sauce, parmesan, salt and black pepper. It's definitely one of the best side dishes for ravioli, or any pasta for that matter.

    Caesar Salad
    This homemade Caesar Salad is a classic side dish that goes with just about anything, or you can add favorite protein to make a main course.
    Check out this recipe
    Classic Caesar salad in a white bowl with creamy dressing and croutons.

    Italian Vegetable Side Dishes for Ravioli

    6. Stuffed Mushrooms

    Stuffed mushrooms can double as an impressive appetizer or delicious side dish. Win, win!

    Italian Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
    With the entertaining season upon us if you’re looking for an easy but tasty party appetizer these Italian Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms are a perfect fit!
    Check out this recipe
    Italian stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet to serve as a ravioli side dish.

    7. Roasted Carrots & Mushrooms

    Roasting carrots and mushrooms gives them sweet flavors while the garlic and thyme pair perfectly with the veggies and boost their savory flavors. It's the perfect vegetable side.

    Roasted Carrots and Mushrooms with Garlic and Thyme
    Roasted Carrots and Mushrooms with Garlic and Thyme is one of my favorite side dishes to serve at a dinner party or a cozy dinner at home.
    Check out this recipe
    side dish of Roasted Garlic Carrots and Mushrooms with Thyme on a plate with fronds as garnish.

    8. Blistered Cherry Tomatoes

    This unique side dish can also be served over ravioli coating them in a light tomato sauce. This simple recipe is a good choice if you're looking for what to eat with ravioli.

    Blistered Tomatoes
    Blistered cherry tomatoes add a special touch to any meal. Turn tomatoes into something more with garlic, shallots and basil.
    Check out this recipe
    Blistered tomatoes in a cast iron skillet.

    9. Roasted Vegetables

    Oven-roasted vegetables are a classic when it comes to side dishes. Sweet potatoes, bell peppers, and broccoli are a wonderful combination of flavors. Throw in some Cipollini onions to the baking sheet for added sweetness. Answering the question what to serve with ravioli has never been easier.

    Balsamic Roasted Vegetables
    This simple balsamic roasted vegetables recipe is healthy and delicious! Preparing these roasted vegetables with balsamic vinegar is a great way to meal prep a huge batch of veggies for the week.
    Check out this recipe
    Balsamic Roasted Vegetables

    10. Oven Roasted Broccoli

    Baked broccoli is a healthy side dish that pairs well with any main dish! Other great sides similar to this would be roasted broccoli or broccoli rabe.

    Oven Roasted Broccoli
    This easy roasted broccoli is made with 6 ingredients in 15 minutes! It's crispy, tender and perfectly seasoned! 
    Check out this recipe
    Roasted broccoli on a sheet pan to serve with ravioli.

    11. Oyster Mushrooms

    You will want to dip your ravioli into the butter sauce on these mushrooms.

    Pan Fried Oyster Mushrooms with Rosemary
    These pan fried oyster mushrooms are crispy, meaty, and so buttery. They’re sautéed until golden-brown, then tossed in rosemary butter.
    Check out this recipe
    Sautéed mushrooms in a skillet to serve with ravioli.

    12. Roasted Asparagus

    Easy roasted asparagus is a perfect pairing for those beautiful al dente pasta squares. This side dish is so simple, you'll have time to get ambitious and make your own homemade ravioli.

    Roasted Asparagus
    This roasted asparagus is cooked until tender and seasoned to perfection. This simple and easy recipe makes a delicious side dish.
    Check out this recipe
    Roasted asparagus on a white platter ready to be a side for ravioli.

    13. Roasted Eggplant

    One of my favorite vegetables, eggplant is traditional in Italian cuisine. There are so many different ways to cook them. I like to sprinkle on a dash of red pepper flakes for added heat.

    Roasted Eggplant
    Roasted Eggplant is flavorful, delicious, and one of my all-time favorite low-carb side dishes. So easy to make, roasting eggplant results in perfectly tender and caramelized bite-size pieces perfect for dipping or tossing in your favorite pasta and salads.
    Check out this recipe
    Chopped and raosted eggplant on a platter with a lemon and a white dipping sauce.

    14, Seared Zucchini

    This side dish is a great option if you're looking to impress. Beautifully seared zucchini makes for a lovely presentation and a delicious side for ravioli.

    Zucchini with Basil
    This quick seared zucchini with basil recipe will upgrade this simple vegetable to be the star of the dinner.
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    Sliced and seared zucchini with garlic and basil.

    The King of Ravioli Sides: Bread

    15. Focaccia Bread

    A classic Italian bread - rosemary focaccia goes especially well with Italian food and, of course, ravioli dishes. Dip it in garlic or herb oils, or marinara sauce.

    Rosemary Focaccia
    Rosemary focaccia is soft and fluffy on the inside, crusty on the outside with sprigs of rosemary and flakey salt sprinkled all over. It is a perfect versatile starter or side to any main course.
    Check out this recipe
    Focaccia bread on a cutting board with springs of rosemary.

    16. Garlic Bread

    All pasta dishes will benefit from, and your taste buds will thank you for, serving crusty garlic bread. Other than a glass of white wine and pillowy-soft ravioli filled with ricotta cheese, I dare to say it's the best part of the meal. Sourdough rolls with garlic butter and also a good choice.

    Garlic Bread Baguette
    This Garlic Bread Baguette will have you wanting to eat the whole loaf! Loaded with fresh garlic, and Parmesan cheese, it’s super easy!
    Check out this recipe
    Slices of baguette bread with garlic butter and herbs.

    17. Bruschetta

    Such a fun side dish or appetizer - bruschetta features a crostini topped with melted cheese and a rich marinated mix of ripe tomatoes, fresh basil and seasoning.

    Bruschetta with Mozzarella
    Make Bruschetta with mozzarella in 15 minutes. Add them to an antipasto platter, or to a charcuterie board with a variety of cured meats.
    Check out this recipe
    Slices of bruschetta topped with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and basil on a wooden platter.

    18. Parmesan Bread Bites

    This recipe for Dominos copycat bread bites is a great side dish to serve with ravioli, or any type of pasta for that matter. Dunk these kid-friendly bites into marina sauce to complete your meal.

    Parmesan Bread Bites
    Enjoy the savory, cheesy goodness of Parmesan Bread Bites at home with this easy Domino’s copycat recipe using grocery store-bought pizza dough.
    Check out this recipe
    Pizza dough bread bites on a plate with a bowl of red marinara.

    Air Fryer Sides for Ravioli

    19. Calamari

    Traditionally calamari is breaded and fried in vegetable oil, however, this recipe is a lightened up version as it's cooked in an air fryer. It's crispy and delicious, but without the extra oil from traditional frying.

    Air Fryer Calamari
    This crispy air fryer calamari is soaked in buttermilk, breaded in seasoned panko bread crumbs and served with lemon wedges and marinara!
    Check out this recipe
    Air fryer calamari on a platter with lemon and marinara sauce.

    20. Parmesan Green Beans

    Throw fresh green beans in the air fryer for one of the easiest ravioli side dishes. Toss with parmesan cheese while the green beans are warm.

    Air Fryer Green Beans
    Air Fryer Green Beans are a healthy side dish for entertaining or for an easy weeknight dinner. Air fry fresh green beans in 10 minutes!
    Check out this recipe
    A plate of air fried green beans with a lemon wedge and wooden spoon on the side.

    21. Parmesan Garlic Zucchini Fries

    Perfect as a side or appetizer! This healthy dish is the best way to make fried zucchini without all of the oil. Serve with warm marinara sauce for dipping.

    Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
    This delicious crispy and golden brown air fryer zucchini parmesan fries are a hit as a side dish, appetizer or snack, just add dip!
    Check out this recipe
    Zucchini fries with a marinara dipping sauce.

    Drinks to Serve with Ravioli

    If you're hosting a party or just having a cozy night at home, enjoy ravioli with a pairing of wine or a cocktail. Keep in mind that some drink choices may vary based on the flavor of ravioli filling.

    Here are the best drinks to have with a ravioli dinner:

    • Stick with the Italian theme and make an Aperol and Grapefruit Cocktail.
    • Coffee is a classic Italian beverage, but turn it into a cocktail with a Coffee Martini.
    • A medium-bodied Italian red wine like Merlot, Malbec, or Chianti.
    • A bold white wine like a Viognier or Chardonnay.

    Tips for Cooking Ravioli

    • Salt your pasta water well; it should be as salty as seawater.
    • Don’t overcook the pasta; al dente pasta will have a little bite left in it. Ravioli cooks much faster than spaghetti. Overcooked ravioli may break open and lose its filling.
    • Gently stir the ravioli and remove it from the water with a slotted spoon to prevent the delicate pasta from bursting open.
    • Ravioli will usually float to the top when it's finished cooking.

    If you try any of these recipes or any recipe from Happy Honey Kitchen, please rate and leave a comment below! If you take pictures, share them with me on Instagram so I can repost on Stories! Bon Appetit!

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