Simple Saute for Chard
Elevate your veggie game with this *Simple Sauté for Chard*, a quick and healthy Swiss chard recipe that's packed with flavor and perfect for busy weeknights. In just 20 minutes, transform a fresh bunch of vibrant Swiss chard into a tender, garlicky masterpiece with a zingy finish of lemon juice and optional red chili flakes for a subtle heat. This versatile dish highlights the natural beauty of chard with minimal ingredients like extra virgin olive oil, garlic, and a touch of seasoning, making it an easy, nutrient-rich side dish or the perfect addition to grains, pasta, or roasted proteins. Ideal for fans of quick vegetable recipes, this sautéed chard is a flavorful way to embrace leafy greens!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 bunch Swiss chard
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoons Red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash the Swiss chard thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt. Pat the leaves and stems dry with a kitchen towel.
Separate the chard leaves from the stems. Cut the stems into 1/2-inch slices and roughly chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces. Keep them separate as the stems take longer to cook.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped chard stems to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the chard leaves to the skillet. Toss them with tongs to coat in the oil and garlic. If the skillet seems overcrowded, add the leaves in batches, allowing them to wilt slightly before adding more.
Season the chard with salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes (if using). Continue sautéing for 5-6 minutes until the leaves are wilted and tender.
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the chard with lemon juice for a burst of freshness.
Serve immediately as a side dish or use it as a topping for grains, pasta, or proteins.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
288 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.4 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1556 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.3 g | ||
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 101 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 711 mg | 15% | |
*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.
