Chard Salad Morocco
Transport your taste buds to North Africa with this vibrant and earthy Chard Salad Morocco, a perfect fusion of fresh greens, aromatic spices, and sweet and nutty accents. This quick and easy recipe features tender sautéed Swiss chard enhanced with warm flavors of cumin, paprika, and cinnamon, paired with the citrusy brightness of lemon juice and orange zest. Tossed with sweet dried apricots, crunchy toasted almonds, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, this Mediterranean-inspired dish strikes an irresistible balance of textures and flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile salad can be served slightly warm or at room temperature, making it a delightful side dish or a stand-alone light entrée. Perfect for a healthy meal bursting with exotic flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 bunch Fresh Swiss chard
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 0.25 cup Dried apricots, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Toasted almonds, roughly chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Wash the Swiss chard thoroughly and pat it dry. Separate the stems from the leaves. Finely chop the stems and roughly chop the leaves, keeping them in separate piles.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped chard stems to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 30 seconds, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Stir in the ground cumin, paprika, and cinnamon, allowing the spices to toast lightly for 20-30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the chopped chard leaves to the skillet and sauté for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the leaves wilt and become tender.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the cooked chard mixture to a large serving bowl. Let it cool slightly while you prepare the remaining ingredients.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and orange zest to create a simple dressing.
Pour the dressing over the chard and toss gently to combine.
Fold in the dried apricots, toasted almonds, salt, black pepper, and chopped cilantro.
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve the chard salad slightly warm or at room temperature as a flavorful side dish or light entrée.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
719 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.5 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.7 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1564 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.6 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.2 g | ||
| Protein | 11.8 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 242 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 1497 mg | 32% | |
*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.
