Gemelli Pasta with Bacon and Swiss Chard
Gemelli Pasta with Bacon and Swiss Chard blends smoky, crispy bacon with tender greens and a hint of garlic for a comforting, well-balanced bowl. The Parmesan adds a salty, nutty finish that clings to the twirls of pasta. It’s a great weeknight dinner that feels hearty yet fresh, perfect for busy evenings or casual gatherings.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Gemelli Pasta with Bacon and Swiss Chard, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityPoor
- 28 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 10
- Heart Health
- 62
- Metabolic
- 22
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 32
- Performance
- 24
- General Wellness
- 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the gemelli and cook until tender but still slightly firm, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and keep warm.
- 2
While the gemelli cooks, remove the Swiss chard stems and slice them. Cut the leaves in half lengthwise, then slice them thinly.
- 3
Cook the bacon in a Dutch oven or large skillet over medium-high heat until lightly browned, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the onion and garlic; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add the chard stems and cook for 1 minute, then add the leaves and cook until wilted, about 2 more minutes.
- 4
Add the warm gemelli and olive oil to the chard mixture. Stir to combine and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes. Serve topped with Parmesan cheese.
- Calories 407.0 kcal High 20%
- Protein 21.14 g Good Source 42%
- Carbohydrate 44.63 g 16%
- Total Fat 16.54 g High 21%
- Saturated Fat 5.36 g High 27%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 23.88 mg Moderate 8%
- Sodium 574.8 mg High 25%
- Dietary Fiber 2.4 g Low Source 9%
- Total Sugars 2.03 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 65.87 mg Low Source 5%
- Iron 1.91 mg Moderate 11%
- Potassium 161.45 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 1.55 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin D 0.02 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Gemelli Pasta with Bacon and Swiss Chard is made with 6 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 30 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Diced Yellow Onion, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Gemelli Pasta, and Minced Garlic. Each serving provides about 407.0 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Gemelli Pasta with Bacon and Swiss Chard made of?
- The main ingredients are Diced Yellow Onion, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Gemelli Pasta, Minced Garlic, Shredded Parmesan Cheese. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Gemelli Pasta with Bacon and Swiss Chard?
- About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 407.0 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Gemelli Pasta with Bacon and Swiss Chard easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Gemelli Pasta with Bacon and Swiss Chard healthy?
- Gemelli Pasta with Bacon and Swiss Chard has an easyChef Pro health score of 33/100. Per serving, it provides 407.0 calories and 21.14 g of protein, or 42% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 574.8 mg (25% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.36 g (27% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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