Crispy Swiss Chard Delight

This is a quick, easy, and tasty way to prepare fresh Swiss chard.

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
2
Yield:
2 servings

Ingredients

  • 4slicesbacon, chopped

  • 2tablespoonsbutter

  • 3tablespoonsfresh lemon juice

  • ½teaspoongarlic paste

  • 1bunchSwiss chard, stems removed, leaves cut into 1-inch pieces

  • salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Directions

  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place the chopped bacon in the skillet and cook until the fat separates from the meat. Melt the butter in the skillet. Stir in the lemon juice and garlic paste. Add the Swiss chard to the butter mixture. When the leaves begin to wilt, place a cover on the skillet and increase heat to medium-high. Allow the chard to cook while covered for about 4 minutes. Stir the chard leaves to coat with the butter mixture. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe2
Calories333
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
32g
41%
Saturated Fat
14g
70%
Cholesterol
61mg
20%
Sodium
733mg
32%
Total Carbohydrate
7g
2%
Dietary Fiber
2g
7%
Total Sugars
2g
Protein
7g
Vitamin C
44mg
222%
Calcium
66mg
5%
Iron
2mg
13%
Potassium
553mg
12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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