Spicy Swiss Chard
Add a burst of bold flavor to your table with Spicy Swiss Chard, a quick, vibrant side dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or healthy snacking. This recipe combines tender Swiss chard with aromatic garlic, earthy cumin, and a kick of crushed red pepper flakes, all balanced with a bright squeeze of lemon juice. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a nutrient-rich dish that’s both wholesome and packed with personality. Whether you’re pairing it with grilled proteins or serving it alongside grains, this sautéed Swiss chard recipe brings a zesty, savory punch that’s as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. Perfect for those who love flavorful vegetable dishes with a spicy twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 bunch Swiss chard
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Rinse the Swiss chard thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Pat dry with a kitchen towel.
Separate the Swiss chard leaves from the stems. Chop the stems into 1-inch pieces and roughly chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces. Keep them separate as they will cook at different rates.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant but not browned.
Stir in the chopped Swiss chard stems and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften.
Add the crushed red pepper flakes, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the pan, stirring to evenly coat the chard stems with the spices.
Stir in the Swiss chard leaves and 2 tablespoons of water. Cover the pan with a lid and let the leaves steam for 3-4 minutes, or until they are wilted and tender.
Remove the lid and stir everything well to combine. Let any excess water evaporate if necessary.
Drizzle the dish with lemon juice and give it a final stir before serving.
Serve immediately as a side dish or enjoy on its own for a nutritious, spice-packed snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
310 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.7 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1560 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.7 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 119 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 745 mg | 16% | |
*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.
