Sauteed Swiss Chard with Red Onions
Bright, flavorful, and effortlessly nutritious, this Sautéed Swiss Chard with Red Onions is the ultimate side dish to elevate any meal. Tender Swiss chard leaves and crunchy stems are paired with caramelized red onions and a hint of garlic, all brought together with a drizzle of lemon juice for a zesty finish. Seasoned with a touch of salt, black pepper, and a kick of crushed red pepper flakes, this vibrant dish is as easy to prepare as it is delicious, requiring just 10 minutes of prep time and a mere 15 minutes to cook. Perfectly versatile, it complements everything from roasted meats to hearty grain bowls, making it a go-to recipe for healthy weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Dive into the simplicity and freshness of this nutrient-packed skillet wonder today!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 bunch Swiss chard
- 1 medium Red onion
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 teaspoons Lemon juice
Instructions
Wash the Swiss chard thoroughly to remove any dirt or grit, then pat dry. Trim the stems and cut them into small pieces. Roughly chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Peel and thinly slice the red onion. Mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the red onion slices to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften and begin to caramelize.
Stir in the minced garlic and Swiss chard stems. Cook for 2-3 minutes, letting the stems soften slightly.
Add the Swiss chard leaves to the skillet, tossing to combine with the onions and stems. If they don't all fit at once, add in batches, allowing the first batch to wilt slightly before adding more.
Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Continue cooking for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the leaves are tender and the stems are fully cooked.
Remove the skillet from the heat and drizzle the lemon juice over the Swiss chard. Toss to combine and adjust seasoning to taste.
Serve immediately as a side dish or as part of a larger meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
351 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.6 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1561 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.6 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 132 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 896 mg | 19% | |
*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.
