Unbelievably Delicious Italian Swiss Chard Recipe

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1bunchSwiss chard

  • 1tablespoonsalt

  • 2tablespoonsolive oil

  • 4clovesgarlic, coarsely chopped

  • teaspooncrushed red pepper flakes

  • salt to taste

Cooking Directions

  1. Wash Swiss chard and cut into 1-inch strips. Separate the thick, tough stalk sections from the upper leafy strips.

  2. Add 1 tablespoon salt to 1 cup water in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Add stalks and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in leafy strips. Cook until stalks are fork-tender and leafy strips are wilted, about 6 minutes. Drain.

  3. Heat oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes in a large skillet over medium heat until aromatic, about 3 minutes. Add drained Swiss chard; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Season with salt to taste.

Editor’s Note:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of salt used for cooking. The actual amount consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe4
Calories75
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
7g
9%
Saturated Fat
1g
5%
Sodium
1866mg
81%
Total Carbohydrate
3g
1%
Dietary Fiber
1g
4%
Total Sugars
1g
Protein
1g
2%
Vitamin C
18mg
20%
Calcium
36mg
3%
Iron
1mg
6%
Potassium
229mg
5%

* 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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