How to Make Chard Stalks and Garlic Scape Pasta - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chard stalks and garlic scape pasta is a delicious and nutritious dish that is perfect for a light and flavorful dinner. This recipe is a great way to use up chard stems, which are often discarded, and garlic scapes, which are not as commonly used as the bulbs. By incorporating these often overlooked ingredients, you can create a unique and satisfying pasta dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup Swiss chard stalks, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 (5 ounce) package dry vermicelli pasta
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ large onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic scapes, sliced
  • salt and pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Cook the Swiss chard stems in boiling water until tender, 10 to 15 minutes; drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
  • Bring a separate large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Cook the vermicelli pasta in boiling water until tender yet firm to the bite, 4 to 5 minutes; drain.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter with the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; stir in the onion and garlic scapes. Cook and stir until the onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high, stir in the chard stalks, and cook until the onion has browned, about 5 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper; stir in the cooked pasta to serve.
  • Nutrition

    199 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 8mg
    • Sodium: 43mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 30g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 29mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 145mg

    Categories

    Pasta recipes