Spaghetti with Swiss chard, olives and garlic chips
6 servings
20 minutes
Spaghetti with Swiss chard, olives, and garlic chips is an elegant dish of Italian cuisine that combines the tenderness of greens, the spiciness of garlic, and the rich flavor of olives. Swiss chard, often used in Mediterranean recipes, adds freshness and lightness, while garlic chips provide a delicious crunch. Olives bring a salty depth of flavor that perfectly complements the silky texture of the pasta. Such combinations are believed to have originated in regions of Italy where simplicity and rich flavors of natural ingredients are cherished. This dish is perfect for a cozy dinner or a light festive table, offering an atmosphere of sunny Mediterranean.
1
Peel the garlic and slice it into very thin pieces.
- Garlic: 1 head
2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet and add garlic. Cook, stirring, until golden, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel with a slotted spoon.
- Olive oil: 0.3 glass
- Garlic: 1 head
3
In the same pan, add finely chopped onion and cook for about 3-5 minutes until soft. Then add the raisin and cook for another minute.
- Onion: 1 head
- Currant: 0.5 glass
4
In a pan with onions, add chard stems, water, and 0.75 teaspoons of salt and pepper. Cover with a lid and cook over medium heat until soft for about 5 minutes. Then add the chard leaves, cover again, and cook until soft for another 5 minutes.
- Chard: 900 g
- Water: 0.5 glass
5
Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in a large pot of boiling salted water until done. Drain the water, leaving 1 cup.
- Spaghetti: 450 g
6
Place the spaghetti in a pan and add chopped olives, 0.5 cup of spaghetti water, salt, and pepper. Add more water if necessary. Sprinkle with garlic chips and serve.
- Greek olives: 0.5 glass
- Water: 0.5 glass
- Garlic: 1 head