Swiss Chard Stir Fry
Elevate your vegetable side dishes with this quick and flavorful Swiss Chard Stir Fry recipe, a perfect blend of vibrant greens and bold seasonings. Tender Swiss chard stems and leaves are stir-fried to perfection alongside aromatic garlic and fresh ginger, creating a tantalizing base for the savory notes of soy sauce and sesame oil. A hint of crushed red pepper flakes adds a gentle kick, balanced by the nutty crunch of toasted sesame seeds. Ready in just 20 minutes, this healthy, nutrient-packed dish is ideal as a light side or served over rice or noodles for a satisfying, plant-based meal. Enjoy a simple yet delicious way to celebrate seasonal produce with this easy-to-make stir fry!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 bunch Swiss chard
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 inch Fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
Thoroughly wash the Swiss chard to remove any dirt or grit. Pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel, then separate the stems from the leaves. Chop the stems into 1/2-inch pieces and roughly chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. Peel the ginger and finely grate or mince it.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and allow it to heat until shimmering.
Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet. Sauté for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
Add the chopped Swiss chard stems to the skillet. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, or until they begin to soften.
Add the Swiss chard leaves to the skillet. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, or until the leaves are wilted and tender.
Drizzle the soy sauce and sesame oil over the Swiss chard, then sprinkle in the crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to evenly coat the vegetables.
Remove the skillet from heat. Transfer the Swiss chard stir-fry to a serving dish and garnish with toasted sesame seeds.
Serve immediately as a side dish or over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
458 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.8 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1545 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 137 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 827 mg | 18% | |
*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.
