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One-Pot Tomato & Swiss Chard Pasta

by Lisa Samuel, Co-op News contributor

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Quick, easy, vegetarian, and only one pot to clean.

Servings: 6

INGREDIENTS
  • 1 pound whole wheat linguine
  • 1 pint grape tomatoes
  • 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 1 bunch swiss chard or kale, leaves stemmed and shredded
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 teaspoons sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4–5 cups water
  • fresh basil
  • freshly grated Parmesan cheese,
    for serving
METHOD
  1. Combine pasta, tomatoes, garlic, swiss chard or kale, red pepper flakes, olive oil, salt and 4 cups of the water in a large pot or straight-sided skillet. Bring to a boil over high heat.
  2. Boil mixture, stirring and turning pasta frequently with tongs until pasta is al dente and water has nearly evaporated, about 9 to 12 minutes (depending on the cooking time of your pasta, check package directions).
  3. As the pasta is cooking, add extra water as needed if it seems too dry.
  4. Divide among 6 bowls and garnish with basil and fresh parmesan.
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PNW Kale Salad

by Kristin Edwards, Downtown Deli

kale salad with fresh mushrooms and carrots

This salad is vibrant and crisp, and the ingredients are available all year round!

Kale is one of the healthiest vegetables on the planet. High in fiber, and chock full of calcium and vitamins, it is also a good source of minerals, copper, potassium, iron, manganese, and phosphorus. Bonus—it’s delicious! Source: webmd.com

PNW Kale Salad

Serves 4 to 6

INGREDIENTS for the DRESSING
  • 2½ heaping tablespoons minced fresh ginger
  • 1 ounce water
  • 2/3 cup lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons minced peeled garlic
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ cup nutritional yeast
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
INGREDIENTS for the SALAD
  • 6 cups shredded kale, packed
  • ½ cup sliced shiitake mushrooms
  • 1¼ cup sliced green onion
  • 1 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1½ cup shredded carrot
METHOD
  1. Combine first six dressing ingredients. Slowly add olive oil, whisking vigorously to emulsify.
  2. Combine salad ingredients in a large bowl, mixing well.
  3. Add the emulsified dressing and toss to fully coat the salad with the dressing.
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