Homemade Turkey & Veggie Ravioli for Pearl (and You)

We made this soft, protein-packed ravioli for our daughter Pearl, but it’s so good we had to share it with the world. Made from fresh ingredients, blended smooth for toddler ease, and shaped using a simple dumpling press, these little pasta pockets are a delicious way to sneak in greens, protein, and joy.

Ingredients (by weight)

Filling:

• ¼ lb (113g) ground turkey
• 30g broccoli, steamed
• 1 handful (~20g) spinach, steamed
• 1 handful each (~20g each) of:
  • Mozzarella
  • Cheddar
  • Parmesan
    Dough:
• 100g whole wheat flour
• 2 eggs
• 100g Dave’s 21-Grain Bread, air-dried to stiffness and blended into breadcrumbs (≈2 slices)
• Extra flour for kneading (20–30g as needed)

Tools We Used

• 🥟 Ravioli/Dumpling Maker Press
• 🥟 Or Multi-size Dumpling Mold Set
• 🧄 Food processor or hand blender
• 🥄 Rolling pin or clean bottle
• 🫶 A little toddler patience (optional, recommended)

Instructions

1. Make the breadcrumb dough base
   Let 2 slices of Dave’s Bread air-dry overnight or toast until stiff. Blend into fine breadcrumbs.
2. Prepare the dough
   Mix flour, breadcrumbs, and eggs. Knead until smooth and elastic.
   → Refrigerate dough for at least 30 minutes (or 15 minutes in the freezer) while you prep the filling. This makes it easier to roll and shape.
3. Blend the filling
   Cook the turkey. Steam the broccoli and spinach. Combine with cheeses in a food processor until smooth and spreadable.
4. Shape the ravioli
   Use your mold or dumpling press to cut and fill. Lightly dampen edges, fold, and press to seal.
5. Cook
   Drop into salted boiling water. When they float, they’re done (about 2–4 minutes).
6. Serve with love
   Let cool slightly for toddlers — and steal a few for yourself.

Macros (Per 4-Ravioli Serving — Approx.)

Yields approximately 20–24 ravioli depending on press size and dough thickness.

AMAYSN Notes

• Make ahead & store:
  Freeze flat on a tray, then transfer to vacuum-sealed bags or freezer-safe containers.
  You can also store unused dough in the fridge (up to 2 days) or freeze for later use.
• Customize:
  Swap turkey for lentils or add herbs like basil or garlic for flavor boosts.
• Kid hack:
  Leftover filling makes great sandwich spread or dip.

🛒 AMAYSN Affiliate Essentials

• 🍞 Dave’s 21-Grain Bread
• 🥚 Organic Eggs
• 🐔 Ground Turkey
• 🥦 Broccoli
• 🌿 Spinach
• 🧀 Mozzarella
• 🧀 Cheddar
• 🧀 Parmesan
• 🌾 Whole Wheat Flour
• 🥟 Dumpling/Ravioli Maker
• 🥟 Multi-size Dumpling Set
  Every purchase supports our mission of real food, real health, and real love.

This is the AMAYSN Life

We believe in food that fuels freedom. In teaching our kids what nourishment really looks like. In reclaiming joy — one ravioli at a time.
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