Fusilli Pasta With Chard And Eggplant Recipe

Name: Fusilli Pasta With Chard And Eggplant
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 medium onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 1/2 cups eggplant, cut into 1-inch pieces; One bunch chard, coarse part of stems removed, leaves well rinsed and coarsely chopped; 1 tablespoon coarsely chopped or torn basil; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1 pound fusilli pasta; 1-2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese; Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional); 1/2 teaspoon of lemon zest (optional)

Servings: persons

1/2 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups eggplant, cut into 1-inch pieces
One bunch chard, coarse part of stems removed, leaves well rinsed and coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon coarsely chopped or torn basil
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 pound fusilli pasta
1-2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional)
1/2 teaspoon of lemon zest (optional)

1
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Saute onion for about 2 minutes, until soft. Add garlic and cook for one more minute. Add eggplant and saute until just soft, about 4-5 minutes. Add chard and cook for about 1 minute.
2
While veggies are sauteing, cook the fusilli according to package directions. Strain and add into the pan with the vegetables and stir until well mixed. Add a little bit of the pasta water if the mixture is too dry.
3
Pour into a serving bowl and toss with the basil and a little olive oil (1-2 teaspoons), and the lemon zest and juice (if using). Toss with parmesan cheese to taste. You can also add cherry tomatoes that have been cut in half.
4
This dish can be served warm or at room temperature. Serves 4.

846

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 medium onion, diced, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 1/2 cups eggplant, cut into 1-inch pieces, and more.

Yes, Fusilli Pasta With Chard And Eggplant falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Fusilli Pasta With Chard And Eggplant

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