Dried Swiss Chard
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Swiss chard is a type of dark, leafy green in the same family as kale, spinach, and collard greens. Thought to have originated from a type of wild beet, swiss chard carries many of the same nutritional properties as beets. It has a mild, slightly bitter flavor similar to spinach and is often incorporated into soups, stews, vegetable pies, and other meals.
Swiss chard is a recognized superfood and prebiotic. It’s packed with fiber, vitamins K, A, and immune-supporting C, calcium, magnesium, antioxidants, and several other nutrients. Studies have shown that it may support healthy cellular, bone, and cardiovascular function.(1)
Our air-dried swiss chard ingredients make excellent additions to meat products such as salami and sausage, frozen appetizers, Instant Pot meal kits, soups, and soup mixes. Swiss chard is also a healthy addition to dog food, toppers, and treats.
- Dehydrated swiss chard is prepared from fresh swiss chard which has been washed, cut, air dried, machine cleaned, and finish processed.
- This product complies with current Good Manufacturing Practice in Manufacturing, Packaging, and Holding Human Food (21 CFR 117), and with the Code of Hygiene Practice for Dehydrated Fruits and Vegetables (CAC/RCP-5-1971, Rev. 2-1985), General Principles of Food Hygiene (CAC/RCP-1969, Rev 2-1985).
- Product shall be free of ferrous and non-ferrous metal >1.0mm, 300 series stainless steel >1.5mm.
Practically free of extraneous vegetable matter and other foreign material based on processing capabilities. - Product is Kosher.
Color: Green leaves and stems
Hydration (Diced): Allow 3-5 minutes for flakes in boiling water, and 1-2 hours in cold water. The typical hydration ratio is about 1:9 (dry: fresh).
Storage:
- Recommended storage is in a cool dry area.
- Shelf life under normal conditions is 24 months.
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BCFoods Disclaimer: The nutritional information above has been obtained from BCFoods lab tested samples and/or multiple public nutritional data sources. Values given are supplied as an aid only, BCFoods is not conducting individual lot testing and does not guarantee specific levels, and thus this information should not be used to determine final product labeling. Please call your BCFoods representative for questions.
BCFoods sources swiss chard for dehydration from Germany.
All BCFoods products undergo steps to reduce or eliminate pathogenic bacteria and other harmful elements.
Ask your sales rep for available pathogen control options including:
- Infrared Device (IRD)
- Steam-treated
- Irradiated
Ask your sales rep for additional cuts that may be available, including powder.
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