Blitva Croatian Swiss Chard Dish
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with Blitva, a classic Croatian Swiss chard dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. This hearty side dish combines tender Swiss chard and creamy boiled potatoes with aromatic sautéed garlic and a drizzle of golden olive oil for a simple yet flavorful recipe. Ready in just 30 minutes, Blitva is the perfect complement to grilled fish, roasted meats, or can even stand on its own as a light vegetarian dish. Packed with wholesome ingredients and seasoned to perfection with salt and black pepper, this traditional Croatian recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking easy, comforting, and healthful cooking. Serve it warm and enjoy a true taste of coastal Croatia! Keywords: Blitva recipe, Croatian Swiss chard dish, Mediterranean side dish, vegetarian Croatian recipes, easy Swiss chard recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Swiss chard
- 500 grams Potatoes
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Wash the Swiss chard thoroughly and trim any tough stems. Chop the leaves and stems into bite-sized pieces.
Peel the potatoes and cut them into even-sized cubes, about 1-inch each.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook for about 10 minutes, or until just tender.
Add the chopped Swiss chard to the pot with the potatoes and cook together for another 5 minutes, until the chard is wilted and tender.
While the potatoes and Swiss chard are cooking, mince the garlic cloves.
Drain the potatoes and Swiss chard in a colander, shaking off the excess water.
In the same pot, heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Return the drained potatoes and Swiss chard to the pot and gently stir to combine with the garlic and olive oil.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, mixing well to distribute the seasoning evenly.
Serve warm as a side dish, garnished with a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1083 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.6 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.0 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3483 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.2 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.9 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 22.3 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 346 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 4615 mg | 98% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
