Swiss Chard Tzatziki
Elevate your appetizer game with this vibrant and healthy Swiss Chard Tzatziki, a delightful twist on the traditional Greek classic. This creamy dip combines the earthy tenderness of blanched Swiss chard leaves with cool, grated cucumber, tangy Greek yogurt, and a fragrant burst of fresh dill and garlic, all balanced with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and a splash of zesty lemon juice. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick recipe offers a nutrient-packed, flavorful alternative to regular tzatziki and is perfect as a dip for fresh veggies, a spread for pita bread, or a refreshing topping for grilled meats and falafel. Impress your guests with this wholesome, Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s as versatile as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Swiss chard leaves
- 1.5 cups Plain Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash the Swiss chard leaves thoroughly and remove the stems. Chop the leaves into small pieces.
Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add the chopped Swiss chard leaves and blanch them for 2-3 minutes until tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Squeeze out as much moisture as possible and set aside.
Peel the cucumber and grate it using the large holes of a box grater. Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze tightly to remove excess water.
Mince the garlic cloves finely or grate them with a microplane.
In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, blanched Swiss chard, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
Stir well until all the ingredients are evenly combined. Taste and adjust the salt or lemon juice to your preference.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the tzatziki for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled as a dip with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or as a topping for grilled meats or falafel. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
583 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.7 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 37 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 1621 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.8 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.8 g | ||
| Protein | 41.2 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 548 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1445 mg | 31% | |
*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.
