Chard puree is a nutritious and delicious twist on the classic mashed potatoes, ideal for those looking to add more vegetables to their diet in a simple way. This easy recipe combines the smoothness of potatoes with the slightly earthy flavor of chard, creating a creamy and colorful side dish that will surprise the whole family.
Originating from Mediterranean home cooking, this puree makes the most of fresh chard, a leafy green vegetable rich in vitamins A, C, K, and minerals like iron and calcium. The preparation is very simple: blanch the chard, mix it with cooked potatoes, butter, and cream cheese, and blend everything until silky smooth. The result is a vibrant green puree, perfect for accompanying meats, fish, or even as a light main course.
This puree recipe is ideal for those seeking a healthier alternative to traditional mashed potatoes, as well as for introducing vegetables in an appealing way to children's diets. Moreover, it's an excellent option to use up chard you have in the fridge and give it a gourmet touch. You can adjust the consistency by adding more or less liquid and experiment with other ingredients like garlic or nutmeg to customize it to your liking.
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Servings
6
Calories
192 kcal
Put the chard in a pot, pour boiling water into it and let it sit until it cools down.
Then you drain and shred them. Book for later.
With the potatoes already cooked, add a spoonful of butter, cream cheese, chard, salt, pepper and start grinding and mixing with a mixer or masher.
You will have a delicious green puree to accompany with whatever you want 😋
