Swiss Chard with Chickpeas and Feta
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and wholesome Swiss Chard with Chickpeas and Feta recipe—a Mediterranean-inspired dish bursting with flavor and nutrition. Tender Swiss chard is sautéed with garlic and chickpeas, then elevated with a drizzle of fresh lemon juice and a hint of spice from optional red pepper flakes. Finally, it's crowned with crumbled feta cheese for a creamy, tangy finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect as a nutrient-packed side dish or a satisfying vegetarian main course. Rich in plant-based protein, fiber, and bold flavors, it's a delicious way to celebrate seasonal greens!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 bunch Swiss chard
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves
- 1.5 cups Cooked chickpeas (or canned, rinsed and drained)
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash the Swiss chard thoroughly and separate the stems from the leaves. Chop the stems into small pieces and roughly chop the leaves. Set aside.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped Swiss chard stems to the skillet and sauté for about 3 minutes until they begin to soften.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the chickpeas to the skillet, stirring to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Gradually add the Swiss chard leaves to the skillet, stirring as they wilt. Cook for about 4-5 minutes or until all the leaves are tender.
Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using), and mix well.
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the lemon juice over the dish. Stir to combine.
Transfer the mixture to a serving dish and sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top.
Serve warm as a side dish or a light vegetarian main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1166 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.9 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.0 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 3307 mg | 144% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 106.9 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.5 g | 102% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.7 g | ||
| Protein | 49.7 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 827 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 1771 mg | 38% | |
*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.
