Swiss Chard or Spinach with Pine Nuts and Raisins Ww
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful recipe for Swiss Chard or Spinach with Pine Nuts and Raisins! This nutritious and Mediterranean-inspired dish brings together tender greens, toasted pine nuts, and plump raisins for a perfect balance of earthy, nutty, and subtly sweet flavors. Enhanced with fragrant garlic and a drizzle of optional bright lemon juice, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal accompaniment to grilled meats, fish, or grain-based mains. Whether you’re using Swiss chard or spinach, the rich textures and harmonious flavors of this dish will transform any meal into an elegant dining experience. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe delivers a wholesome, satisfying side with minimal effort and maximum taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Swiss chard or spinach
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons Pine nuts
- 0.25 cup Raisins
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoons Lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
Wash the Swiss chard or spinach thoroughly to remove any dirt or grit. If using Swiss chard, separate the stems from the leaves and chop both into bite-sized pieces.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pine nuts and toast them, stirring frequently, until golden brown and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Heat olive oil in the same skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the Swiss chard stems (if using) to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes to soften. If using spinach only, you can skip this step.
Add the Swiss chard leaves or spinach to the skillet in batches, stirring to wilt the greens before adding more.
Stir in the raisins, toasted pine nuts, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the raisins to plump up.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If desired, drizzle with lemon juice before serving for a bright finish.
Serve warm as a side dish or complement to grilled meats, fish, or a hearty grain like quinoa or farro.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
643 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.5 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2159 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.4 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.4 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.4 g | ||
| Protein | 13.5 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 2216 mg | 47% | |
*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.
