Swiss Chard Salsa Verde

Name: Swiss Chard Salsa Verde
Yield: Makes 2 cups
Ingredients: 1/2 small bunch Swiss chard, preferably red or rainbow; 1 medium shallot, finely chopped; 3/4 cup (or more) extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives; 1 tablespoon (or more) red wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest; Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

By Alison Roman

December 3, 2013

This deceptively simple condiment is as addictive as pesto and as transformative as a squeeze of lemon. Spoon it onto fish, chicken, steak, roasted vegetables, or even pasta.

Also Try it With:

Kale or large-leafed bunch spinach

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