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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 29 g
(Approx. 12 Servings)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 130 Calories From Fat 110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 13 g 20%
Saturated Fat 2.5 g 13%
Trans Fat 0.0 g
Cholesterol 5 mg 2%
Sodium 220 mg 9%
Total Carbohydrate 3 g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1 g 4%
Sugars 0 g
Protein 2 g
Vitamin A 10% • Iron 2%
Vitamin C 6% • Calcium 2%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
 
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Swiss Chard and Scallion Pesto

Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Total Time
20 minutes
Serves
12  People

Ingredients

Recipe makes 12 Servings

3 Oz red Swiss chard, (about 2 cups, roughly chopped)
1/4 cup(s) scallions (green onions), chopped
2 cloves fresh garlic, about 1.5 teaspoons
1/2 cup(s) roasted and salted pistachios
1 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice
1/2 Tsp sea salt, or to taste
1/2 Tsp black pepper, fresh ground
1/2 cup(s) unfiltered olive oil, or less for desired consistency
1/2 cup(s) Pecorino Romano cheese, finely grated
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Instructions

1
Remove 1 inch from top of Swiss Chard leaves. Finely chop and set aside for garnish.
2
Add remaining chard to bowl of a food chopper or processor. Add scallions, garlic, pistachios, lemon juice, salt, pepper and olive oil. Pulse until smooth. Add cheese and pulse again, just to incorporate.
3
Chef's Note: To serve, toss over 8 ounces of freshly cooked pasta or with toasted bread. Garnish with reserved finely shredded Swiss chard and additional pistachios if desired.
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