Tomato, Chard, Kale, Spinach with Pappardelle Pasta

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Tomato, Chard, Kale, Spinach with Pappardelle Pasta

This dish layers tender cooked leafy greens—kale, chard, and spinach—with stewed tomatoes over wide, flat pappardelle pasta. The slow-cooked tomato and greens mixture offers a soft texture and integrates bright lemon juice and zest for freshness. The garlic-infused olive oil and parsley finish add subtle aromatic notes, making it a hearty vegetarian meal option suitable for pairing with proteins or served on its own.

Description

Tomato, Chard, Kale, Spinach with Pappardelle Pasta combines roughly chopped kale, swiss chard, and spinach cooked gently with garlic and tomatoes. The cooking process softens the vegetables and breaks down the tomatoes to create a light, rich vegetable topping. The addition of lemon juice and zest brings brightness that balances the earthiness of the greens. Garlic and parsley contribute aromatic complexity, while olive oil enriches the dish with a smooth mouthfeel.

The pappardelle pasta is cooked until al dente and mixed with olive oil to prevent sticking before the vegetable mixture is spooned on top. This preparation allows the wide pasta ribbons to catch the vegetable sauce well. It can be enjoyed as a light main course or alongside grilled meats or fish.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 cups kale roughly chopped, Toscano variety
  • 4 cups spinach roughly chopped
  • 4 cups swiss chard roughly chopped
  • 2 garlic thinly sliced, cloves
  • 4 cups tomato seeds removed and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Italian parsley
  • 1 pound pappardelle pasta
  • salt
  • black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a large pan over medium heat add 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add the garlic and fry for less than 1 minute, until starting to sizzle. Add the tomatoes and any juice, chard, and kale to the pan and ¾ of a teaspoon salt.
  2. Stir through. Cover the pan and continue to cook for 20 minutes, stirring every once in a while, until the kale and the chard are wilted, and the tomatoes have broken down.
  3. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pappardelle pasta according to packaging directions. Drain and place on a plate and add the 1 tablespoon remaining olive oil and mix well. Place on a serving dish. 
  4. Remove the kale chard combination from the heat. Add the spinach, lemon juice, zest, and parsley, and mix well before pouring it over the pappardelle.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 589kcal (29%) Carbohydrates 93g (31%) Protein 20g (40%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 95mg (32%) Sodium 145mg (6%) Potassium 1098mg (23%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 9755IU (195%) Vitamin C 85.2mg (95%) Calcium 156mg (16%) Iron 4.6mg (26%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 589 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 589kcal 29%
Carbohydrates 93g 31%
Protein 20g 40%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 95mg 32%
Sodium 145mg 6%
Potassium 1098mg 23%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 9755IU 195%
Vitamin C 85.2mg 95%
Calcium 156mg 16%
Iron 4.6mg 26%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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