Squash ravioli filling

Squash ravioli filling is a classic Italian preparation, most famously from regions like Emilia-Romagna and Lombardy, where it's used to stuff fresh pasta. The traditional filling centers on roasted winter squash (like butternut or pumpkin), blended with ingredients such as Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, nutmeg, and sometimes amaretti cookies or breadcrumbs for texture and sweetness.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This filling is generally high in carbohydrates from the squash and any added sweeteners or breadcrumbs, with a moderate amount of fat from cheese and butter. It's a good source of Vitamin A (from the squash) and calcium (from the cheese), with a rough calorie estimate of 150-200 calories per half-cup serving used to fill about 8-10 ravioli.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	110 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	14 g
Fat	4 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	180 mg
Potassium	220 mg
Vitamin A	1200 IU
Vitamin C	8 mg
Calcium	90 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Magnesium	30 mg
Phosphorus	80 mg
Vitamin B6	0.15 mg

Per 1/2 cup (125 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the sweet-savory balance of this filling—especially with the inclusion of amaretti cookies—is a hallmark of Northern Italian cuisine, showcasing a sophisticated use of local, seasonal ingredients. Nutritionally, the squash provides a vibrant dose of beta-carotene, an antioxidant that the body converts to Vitamin A, making it a more nutrient-dense option than many cheese-only ravioli fillings.