Pasta with Tomato, Chard and Sunflower Seed Sauce

Name: Pasta with Tomato, Chard and Sunflower Seed Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup sunflower seeds; 1 teaspoon canola oil; 8 ounces onions chopped; 2 cloves garlic minced; 2 pounds tomatoes fresh, peeled and seeded; 1 can tomato paste 6 ounce; 1 teaspoon oregano fresh, minced; 1 tablespoon basil fresh, minced; 1 teaspoon salt optional; 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground; 8 ounces chard stems fresh; 1 pound pasta, linguine

Servings: persons

1/2 cup sunflower seeds
1 teaspoon canola oil
8 ounces onions chopped
2 cloves garlic minced
2 pounds tomatoes fresh, peeled and seeded
1 can tomato paste 6 ounce
1 teaspoon oregano fresh, minced
1 tablespoon basil fresh, minced
1 teaspoon salt optional
1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
8 ounces chard stems fresh
1 pound pasta, linguine

1
Prepare the chard: wash, remove ribs, and cut crosswise into 1-inch ribbons.
2
In a large saucepan or sautepan, toast seeds until very lightly browned.
3
In food processor or nut grinder, grind half of the seeds until very fine.
4
Reserve remaining half for garnish.
5
Heat oil in the pan.
6
Add onion and cook, stirring, until softened.
7
Add garlic and cook briefly.
8
Add tomatoes, tomato paste, ground sunflower seeds, herbs, salt and pepper.
9
Simmer about 15 minutes until somewhat thickened.
10
Steam chard until tender, about 5 minutes.
11
In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook pasta until al dente.
12
Drain; remove to serving platter.
13
Toss with sauce.
14
Top with remaining sunflower seeds.

695

kcal

Calories

Fat

110

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 cup sunflower seeds, 1 teaspoon canola oil, 8 ounces onions chopped, 2 cloves garlic minced, and more.

Yes, Pasta with Tomato, Chard and Sunflower Seed Sauce 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!