SWISS-CHARD AND FETA PASTA

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Briny capers and anchovies and salty feta offset the sweetness of the orange juice and dried currants perfectly in this Mediterranean-inspired pasta dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 30m

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
12 ounces calamari rigati or other short, hollow pasta
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup salt-packed capers, soaked in water for 5 minutes, then drained
2 cloves garlic, minced (2 teaspoons)
2 anchovies, minced (1 teaspoon)
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest, plus 1/4 cup fresh juice
1 bunch Swiss chard, leaves cut crosswise into 1/4-inch shreds (5 cups), stems cut into 1/4-inch pieces (3/4 cup)
1/3 cup dried currants
1 1/2 cups crumbled feta (7 ounces)
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta; cook 2 to 3 minutes less than according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup liquid, then drain.
  • Meanwhile, in a large, straight- sided skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Add capers; cook until crisp, 1 to 3 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels.
  • Add garlic, anchovies, and zest to skillet; cook until garlic is fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in chard stems and currants; cook 2 minutes. Add orange juice; cook until evaporated, 30 seconds. Stir in chard leaves, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook until stems are tender and leaves are just wilted, about 3 minutes. Transfer mixture to a bowl.
  • Combine reserved pasta water, 1/2 cup feta, and pasta in skillet. Cook, stirring, until pasta is cooked through and feta has melted into liquid, about 3 minutes. Add chard mixture; toss to combine. Fold in another 1/2 cup feta. Serve, sprinkled with capers, pine nuts, and remaining 1/2 cup feta.

Tanvir Hossn
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it's always a hit.


Muaaz Shah
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I'm not a huge fan of feta cheese, but I really enjoyed this dish. The flavors all work really well together.


Ousman Ceesay
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's healthy too.


Mushahid Hussain
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I love the pop of color that the Swiss chard adds to this dish. It's a beautiful and delicious meal.


Sasha Butler
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This pasta is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Surmi Sarkar
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook Swiss chard, and this recipe is a keeper. It's simple, healthy, and delicious.


Shirin Latifi
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This dish is so easy to make, yet it's so flavorful and satisfying. I love that I can have a delicious meal on the table in under 30 minutes.


Sandy Garcia
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I'm not a big fan of Swiss chard, but I actually really liked this dish. The feta and lemon really balance out the bitterness of the chard.


Bilcain Rashid
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This is a great way to use up leftover pasta. I always have some leftover pasta in my fridge, so this recipe is perfect for me.


Stanley Masinga
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I love Swiss chard and feta, so I knew I would love this dish. I was right! It's delicious.


I AM APOURBO
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This was a great recipe! I'll definitely be making it again.


Ashley Shipman
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Yum!


Megan Schmid
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This pasta is so good! The flavors are amazing and it's so easy to make. I've already made it twice and I'm sure I'll be making it again soon.


Dineo Ratshoshi
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the crispy shallots on top - they added a nice crunch and flavor to the dish.


Sean Damian
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also very versatile - you can add other vegetables like spinach or kale, or different types of cheese like goat cheese or Parmesan. It's a great way to use up leftover pasta too!


Franny Parlow
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The Swiss chard adds a nice earthy flavor, the feta is tangy and salty, and the lemon zest adds a bright pop of citrus. It's a well-balanced dish that's both flavorful and refreshing.


Im King
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This was my first time cooking with Swiss chard and I was pleasantly surprised at how delicious it was. The recipe was easy to follow and the dish came out perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again!


Kuda Zinyemba
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I've made this pasta dish several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The Swiss chard adds a nice bitterness that complements the salty feta and creamy sauce. It's a great way to get your daily dose of greens in!


Jiku Bhai
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This Swiss chard and feta pasta is a delightful dish that combines simple, fresh ingredients to create a flavorful and satisfying meal. The combination of wilted chard, creamy feta, and tangy lemon creates a perfect balance of flavors that will tanta