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Sautéed Swiss Chard

This simple Swiss chard recipe is an easy, healthy, and delicious side dish! You could also toss it with pasta or serve it over creamy polenta to make it a meal.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 bunches Swiss chard about 1 pound
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves thinly sliced
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt plus more to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • Lemon wedge for squeezing

Instructions

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  1. Slice the stems off the chard leaves and chop the stems into ¼-inch slices. Coarsely chop the leaves.
  2. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chard stems and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until they begin to soften. Add the chard leaves, garlic, salt, and several grinds of pepper and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the leaves are wilted.
  3. Turn off the heat, squeeze a little lemon juice over the chard, and toss. Season to taste and serve.