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Cook the Book: Cool Chard with Peppery Ricotta

Cook the Book: Cool Chard with Peppery Ricotta
Cook the Book: Cool Chard with Peppery Ricotta might be just the side dish you are searching for. Watching your figure? This gluten free, primal, and vegetarian recipe has 213 calories, 8g of protein, and 17g of fat per serving. This recipe covers 23% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe serves 8. Head to the store and pick up extra virgin olive oil, ricotta, wine vinegar, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 15 minutes.

Instructions

1
Bring 8 quarts of water to a boil in a large pasta pot. Set up a large ice bath nearby.
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When the water comes to a boil, add 2 tablespoons salt. Drop the chard into the water and cook until tender, 7 to 8 minutes.
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Drain the chard and plunge it into the ice bath. When it has cooled, drain it well.
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Place the chard between two platters and press them together very firmly to release the excess water.
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Place the chard in a large mixing bowl, add the oil and vinegar, and toss. Season lightly with salt, and set in a cool place or in the fridge.
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Mix the ricotta, nutmeg, and black pepper in a bowl until well blended. Set aside.
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When ready to serve, arrange the chard on a wide flat platter and spoon 10 to 12 small dollops of the ricotta around it.
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Serve cool.
DifficultyNormal
Ready In15 m.
Servings8
Health Score57
Gluten FreeVegetarianVery Healthy
DietsGluten FreeLacto Ovo Vegetarian
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