Swiss Chard with Tomato and Bacon
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful Swiss Chard with Tomato and Bacon recipe. Perfectly balancing smoky, crispy bacon with the tender, earthy bite of Swiss chard and the sweet pop of cherry tomatoes, this dish comes together in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights. A hint of garlic and optional red pepper flakes add depth and a touch of heat, while the skillet-cooked bacon fat ensures every bite is rich and savory. Whether served as a standalone side, a topping for grilled meats, or a colorful addition to your rice or pasta dishes, this recipe is a delicious way to incorporate greens into your meal. It's quick, nutritious, and packed with bold flavors that the whole family will love! Keywords: Swiss chard recipe, bacon and tomatoes, quick side dish, healthy skillet meals, leafy greens recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 bunch Swiss chard
- 4 slices Bacon
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash the Swiss chard thoroughly under cold water. Separate the stems from the leaves and chop both roughly into bite-sized pieces, keeping them separate.
Chop the bacon into small pieces. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the bacon until it is crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.
Add the olive oil to the skillet with the bacon fat and reduce the heat to medium-low. Mince the garlic and sauté it in the skillet until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add the chopped Swiss chard stems to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the skillet along with the Swiss chard leaves. Sprinkle the salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using) evenly over the vegetables.
Stir everything together and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the Swiss chard leaves are wilted and the tomatoes have softened slightly.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the crispy bacon pieces. Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.
Serve the Swiss chard with tomato and bacon warm as a side dish or as a topping for grilled meat, rice, or pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
367 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.2 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 32 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 2108 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.2 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.9 g | ||
| Protein | 16.7 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 138 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1403 mg | 30% | |
*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.
