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Easy Sautéed Swiss Chard
Easy sautéed Swiss chard is a simple side dish for any meal.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 95 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 large bunch of fresh Swiss chard washed (rainbow chard)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons sliced almonds (optional)
Instructions
- Cut or tear away the stems from the leaves. Cut the stems into 1/2 inch pieces. Coarsely chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat the olive oil over medium high heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the chopped Swiss chard stems and cook for 4 to 5 minutes.
- Add the chopped chard leaves and stir. Lower the heat to low, cover and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until the leaves are wilted.
- Remove from the heat, season with salt and pepper. Garnish with almonds.
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Notes
- Nutritional information does NOT include optional almonds.
- Add red pepper flakes for a kick of heat.
- STORING AND FREEZING
- Storing: Cooked Swiss chard can be stored in the fridge for 1-2 days before reheating in a skillet and serving. The longer it sits, the mushier it will become.
- Freezing: Because of the high water content and delicate structure of this leafy green, freezing is not recommended.
- Make-Ahead: You can prepare your Swiss chard ahead of time by chopping and adding to an airtight container with a paper towel at the bottom to catch any moisture. Store in the fridge for up to 2 days before sautéing and serving.
Nutrition Information
Calories
95kcal
(5%)
Carbohydrates
7g
(2%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Sodium
320mg
(13%)
Potassium
581mg
(17%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
9174IU
(183%)
Vitamin C
46mg
(51%)
Calcium
82mg
(8%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 95
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 95kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 320mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 581mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 9174IU | 183% |
| Vitamin C | 46mg | 51% |
| Calcium | 82mg | 8% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.