Crispy Air Fryer Swiss Chard and Ricotta Rolls with Lemon, Garlic, and Nutmeg

Instructions

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   1. Wash the Swiss chard leaves and trim away the thick stems with a knife so they roll more easily. Bring water to a boil in a pot and blanch the leaves for 30 to 45 seconds; immediately transfer them to a bowl of cold water, then drain and dry well.

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   2. In a bowl, mix the ricotta, grated Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic, lemon zest, 1 tablespoon of the chopped parsley, nutmeg, egg, 1 teaspoon of the olive oil, salt, and black pepper until the filling is evenly combined.

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   3. Place one Swiss chard leaf on a work surface. Add a portion of filling at the base and roll it up, folding in the sides to make a compact roll. Repeat with all 8 leaves.

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   4. Preheat the air fryer to 190 °C / 375 °F for 3 minutes.

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   5. Brush the rolls with the remaining olive oil and arrange them in the basket in a single layer, seam side down. Cook at 190 °C / 375 °F for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges are golden and the rolls are set.

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   6. When they come out of the air fryer, drizzle the rolls with the lemon juice and sprinkle with the remaining parsley. If desired, add a little more grated Parmesan and serve warm or hot.