Swiss Chard with Cannellini Beans and Tomatoes Boston Globe
Brighten up your dinner table with this vibrant and nutrient-packed recipe for Swiss Chard with Cannellini Beans and Tomatoes, inspired by the Boston Globe. This dish masterfully combines tender, earthy Swiss chard with the creamy richness of cannellini beans and the tangy sweetness of cherry tomatoes, all brought to life with a hint of garlic, red pepper flakes, and fresh lemon juice. Ready in just 35 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired skillet dish is as wholesome as it is flavorful, perfect for a weeknight meal or as a hearty vegetarian side. Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan for an added layer of indulgence, and savor a healthy, easy-to-make recipe bursting with color and classic Italian flavors! Keywords: Swiss chard recipe, cannellini beans, vegetarian skillet dish, cherry tomato recipes, healthy vegetable side
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 bunch Swiss chard
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons Red pepper flakes
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup Cannellini beans (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.25 cups Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Thoroughly wash and dry the Swiss chard leaves. Remove the tough stems and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves. Add the garlic to the skillet, sautéing for about 30 seconds, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn it.
Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes and stir briefly to release their flavor.
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften and release their juices.
Stir in the Swiss chard and cook for 3-5 minutes, until wilted and tender.
Add the cannellini beans to the skillet, gently stirring to combine, and cook for 2-3 more minutes until heated through.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle with fresh lemon juice.
Transfer to a serving dish and, if desired, sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
177 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.0 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 600 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 9.4 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 179 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 637 mg | 14% | |
*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.
