Learn how to make savory Swiss chard pastries, perfect for any buffet.

Salatini alle Bietole – Savory Swiss Chard Pastries

Discover the delightful Italian recipe for Salatini alle bietole, perfect for enriching your festive buffet with homemade, budget-friendly appetizers. These savory Swiss chard pastries are as delicious as those from a bakery, crafted easily in your kitchen.

These finger foods, with a crispy shell and flavorful filling of sautéed Swiss chard, ricotta, and grated cheese, are quick to prepare. They make perfect party snacks, pleasing all your guests with minimal cost and exceptional presentation.

Enhance your buffet with other ready-made puff pastry appetizers:

• Mini strudels with Swiss chard, ricotta, and speck
• Mini strudels with leek, speck, and Gruyère
• Savory rolls with a soft center
• Puff pastry snacks
• Savory croissants

Ingredients

• 400g Swiss chard
• 250g ricotta cheese
• 50g grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 roll of puff pastry
• 1 egg (for egg wash)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F).
2. Wash and chop the Swiss chard. Sauté in a pan with a little olive oil until tender.
3. In a bowl, mix the sautéed chard with ricotta, Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
4. Roll out the puff pastry and cut into squares or circles.
5. Place a spoonful of the chard mixture in the center of each pastry piece.
6. Fold the pastry over the filling, sealing the edges with a fork.
7. Brush the tops with beaten egg.
8. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Total Time: 30 min

Cuisine: Italian