Best Keto Ravioli Recipe (Low Carb, Gluten-Free & Easy to Make)
Make the best keto ravioli with this easy low carb recipe! Soft, cheesy, gluten-free pasta with only 3g net carbs—perfect for keto dinners.
Ingredients
- For the Dough
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tbsp cream cheese
1 cup almond flour
1 large egg
1/2 tsp xanthan gum (optional)
1/4 tsp salt
- For the Filling
3/4 cup ricotta cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp salt
- Optional for Serving
Keto marinara sauce
Fresh basil
Extra Parmesan cheese
Melted butter or olive oil
Instructions
Add mozzarella cheese and cream cheese to a microwave-safe bowl.
Microwave for 60–90 seconds until melted. Stir until smooth and fully combined.
Add almond flour, egg, xanthan gum, and salt. Mix until a dough forms.
Knead the dough until smooth and uniform.
Place dough between two sheets of parchment paper.
Roll thinly into a rectangle, approximately 1/8 inch thick.
Cut into equal-sized squares or rectangles using a knife or pizza cutter.
In a bowl, combine:
- Ricotta cheese
- Parmesan cheese
- Garlic powder
- Salt
- Pepper
Mix until creamy and well combined.
Place 1 teaspoon of filling in the center of half the dough squares.
Cover with remaining squares.
Press edges firmly using fingers or fork to seal completely.
Boiling Method
- Bring salted water to a gentle boil.
- Cook ravioli for 3–4 minutes or until floating.
- Remove carefully with slotted spoon.
Pan Fry Method (Optional)
- Heat butter or olive oil in skillet.
- Pan fry cooked ravioli 1–2 minutes each side until golden.
Top with keto marinara, butter sauce, or Parmesan.
Serve immediately.
Notes
Keep dough warm while working for flexibility
If sticky, chill dough for 5 minutes
Do not overfill ravioli
Xanthan gum improves elasticity but is optional