Pesto Swiss Chard Almond
Enjoy a unique, fresh, and nutrient-dense pasta creation with a touch of savory almond flavor! Serving pasta covered in a natural creamy sauce made from fresh Swiss spinach, roasted almonds and garlic without any animal cream or dairy cheese at all. The color is a bright green that is attractive, the taste is balanced between the savory taste of peanuts, the slightly sweet taste of vegetables and the soft aroma of spices. This recipe is very practical, rich in vegetable protein and fiber and is perfect to enjoy as a main dish that is both filling and healthy!
Shared by Kelly
Time
25 min
Serves
2
Difficulty
easy
🛒 Ingredients
- 200 grams of penne pasta or similar pasta (choose 100% plant-based)
- One bunch of Swiss chard leaves (take the leaves only, wash thoroughly)
- 1/2 cup peeled almonds, lightly toasted
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons pasta cooking water
- To taste, add sea salt, ground black pepper and a little lime juice.
- Grated vegetable cheese for topping (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
- 1
Boil the pasta: Cook the pasta in boiling, lightly salted water until al dente. Reserve some of the cooking water, then drain the pasta.
- 2
Make the dressing: place the Swiss Chard leaves, toasted almonds, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and lime juice in a blender. Blend until smooth and thick, like pesto sauce. Add more pasta water if it's too thick.
- 3
Mix: Heat the pan briefly, pour in the pureed sauce, then add the drained pasta. Stir quickly until the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.
- 4
Serve: transfer to a serving plate, sprinkle grated vegetable cheese on top and enjoy while warm!