Swiss Chard Stir Fried with Feta Cheese
Brighten up your dining table with this vibrant and nutritious Swiss Chard Stir Fried with Feta Cheese recipe, perfect as a quick side dish or a light entrée. Fresh Swiss chard takes center stage, its earthy stems and tender leaves sautéed with garlic, a dash of red chili flakes, and fragrant olive oil. A hint of lemon juice lends refreshing acidity, while crumbled feta cheese adds creamy richness and a tangy bite. Ready in just 20 minutes, this dish balances bold flavors with wholesome ingredients, making it a go-to option for busy weeknights. Serve warm and let the medley of textures and Mediterranean-inspired flavors delight your palate. Keywords: Swiss chard recipe, feta cheese stir-fry, quick side dish, Mediterranean flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 bunch Swiss chard
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Wash the Swiss chard thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt or grit. Trim off the woody ends of the stalks and pat the chard dry with a clean towel.
Separate the stems from the leaves. Slice the stems into 1/4-inch pieces and roughly chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces. Keep them separate as they have different cooking times.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.
Stir in the red chili flakes and Swiss chard stems. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the stems begin to soften.
Add the chopped Swiss chard leaves to the skillet and sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Toss to combine and cook for another 3-4 minutes, until the leaves are wilted and tender.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the feta cheese and lemon juice. Mix gently to distribute the cheese evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Serve warm as a side dish or light entrée. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
492 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.6 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2412 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.7 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 14.6 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 478 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 772 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.
