**Sautéed Swiss Chard with Onions: A Medley of Rustic Flavors**
Embark on a culinary journey with sautéed Swiss chard and onions, a dish that embodies the essence of rustic simplicity and wholesome flavors. Hailing from the Mediterranean region, this delectable side dish showcases the vibrant colors and textures of Swiss chard, masterfully combined with aromatic onions to create a symphony of taste.
In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into the art of preparing sautéed Swiss chard with onions, providing three distinct variations to suit your culinary preferences. From a classic rendition that highlights the natural goodness of these ingredients to an elevated version featuring toasted pine nuts and tangy lemon zest, and a delightful vegetarian twist incorporating tangy goat cheese, each recipe promises a unique gustatory experience.
SWISS CHARD WITH ONIONS & GARLIC
I like to make this sauteed Swiss chard a main dish by serving it with pasta, but it's also a tasty side dish all on its own. My boys love it and ask for it often. -Rebekah Chappel, Portales, New Mexico
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onions; cook and stir until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Add vinegar, stirring to loosen any browned bits from pot. Add remaining ingredients; cook 4-6 minutes or until chard is tender, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 381mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SAUTEED SWISS CHARD WITH ONIONS
Provided by Gina Marie Miraglia Eriquez
Categories Leafy Green Onion Vegetable Side Sauté Christmas Thanksgiving Vegetarian Dinner Fall Winter Chard Gourmet Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 8 (side dish) servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cut stems and center ribs from chard, discarding any tough portions, then cut stems and ribs crosswise into 2-inch pieces. Stack chard leaves and roll up lengthwise into cylinders. Cut cylinders crosswise to make 1-inch-wide strips.
- Heat oil and butter in a large heavy pot over medium heat until foam subsides, then cook onions and garlic with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, covered, stirring occasionally, until onions begin to soften, about 8 minutes. Add chard stems and ribs, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until stems are just tender, about 10 minutes. Add chard leaves in batches, stirring until wilted before adding next batch, and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a serving bowl.
SAUTEED SWISS CHARD WITH MUSHROOMS AND ROASTED RED PEPPERS
Made this up when I had Swiss chard and did not know what to do with it. Added whatever I had in the fridge. Added some white wine and voila. Yummy. You can also use other veggies or seasoning you have on hand.
Provided by BramptonMommyof2
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Greens
Time 31m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms, onion, and garlic; cook and stir until onion is translucent and mushrooms soften, about 5 minutes. Stir in Swiss chard, red pepper, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Cook until Swiss chard is wilted, about 3 minutes. Stir in white wine; cook until Swiss chard is tender, 3 to 4 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.9 calories, Carbohydrate 7.8 g, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 204.9 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
SAUTEED SWISS CHARD WITH PARMESAN CHEESE
Lemon and Parmesan cheese season this simple, tasty recipe for Swiss chard on your stovetop!
Provided by DannyBoy
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Greens
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt butter and olive oil together in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the garlic and onion, and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the chard stems and the white wine. Simmer until the stems begin to soften, about 5 minutes. Stir in the chard leaves, and cook until wilted. Finally, stir in lemon juice and Parmesan cheese; season to taste with salt if needed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Cholesterol 17.5 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 202.4 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
SAUTEED SWISS CHARD WITH RED ONION AND SERRANO CHILE VINEGAR
Steps:
- Tear Swiss chard leaves from thick white stalks; discard the stalks and coarsely chop leaves.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook until golden brown and fat has rendered. Remove bacon to a plate with a slotted spoon. Add the onions and cook in the rendered fat until soft. Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute. Add the Swiss chard leaves, season with salt and pepper and stir to coat the leaves. Cook until the leaves have completely wilted. Add the bacon back to the pan. Add the Serrano Chile Vinegar and continue cooking for 2 minutes. Serve with additional vinegar on the side.
- Using a paring knife, make a small slit in each chile and place in a pint-sized jar or bottle with a shaker top.
- Bring vinegar and salt, to taste, to a boil and cook until salt has completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Pour vinegar over chiles, cover and let sit at room temperature for at least 2 days.
CREAMED SWISS CHARD WITH ONION, GARLIC, AND NUTMEG
This creamed Swiss chard includes onion, garlic, and nutmeg for a flavorful side dish.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large saute; pan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes. Add chard stems; cook, stirring occasionally, until stems begin to soften, about 7 minutes. Stir in half of the chard leaves and 2 tablespoons water; cook, stirring occasionally, until very tender, about 15 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl; cover. Add remaining chard leaves and 2 tablespoons water to pan; cook, stirring occasionally, until very tender, about 15 minutes. Stir into bowl.
- Melt remaining 4 tablespoons butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Add flour, stirring to avoid forming lumps. Gradually whisk in milk and nutmeg; season with salt and pepper. Raise heat to medium; bring to just below a boil, stirring occasionally; cook 2 minutes more, whisking constantly. Whisk in cream. Pour into chard mixture; stir to combine. Serve immediately.
SAUTEED SWISS CHARD WITH RED ONIONS
Make and share this Sauteed Swiss Chard with Red Onions recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Dancer
Categories Vegetable
Time 48m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cut out the tough, triangular inner core of each leaf of swiss chard and cut into 1/4- to 1/2-inch slices.
- Rinse the leaves and stems separately and reserve.
- In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the garlic and cook until it turns golden brown; don't let the garlic get too brown or it will be bitter.
- Remove the garlic and set aside.
- Reserve the oil in the skillet.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet and the onions.
- Saute over medium heat until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Add the chopped stems from the swiss chard and continue to cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the stems are very tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Add the swiss chard leaves, season with salt and pepper and cover.
- Cook 10 minutes, stirring often; you may need to add 1/2 cup chicken stock or water to keep the leaves moist.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and top with the crispy garlic.
SAUTEED SWISS CHARD
We include the stalks for a nice contrast in texture and color. Trim the tough ends, then cut stalks into pieces.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Quick & Easy Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Rinse Swiss chard well. Trim tough ends; slice stalks about 3/4 inch thick. Slice leaves about 1 inch thick.
- In a Dutch oven over medium heat, warm olive oil. Cook garlic until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Stir in stalks; cook, stirring, until slightly soft, 5 to 6 minutes. Add half the leaves; sprinkle with 1 teaspoon sugar. Cover; cook until wilted, about 4 minutes. Add remaining leaves; sprinkle with another teaspoon sugar. Cover; cook, tossing occasionally, until leaves are tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Uncover; cook until liquid has evaporated, about 2 minutes. Stir in red-wine vinegar; season with coarse salt and ground pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 51 g, Fat 2 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g
SAUTEED SWISS CHARD WITH ONIONS
I found this recipe in the Nov/2007 Gourmet magazine. Posted for my Thanksgiving meal this year. Chard can be washed, dried and cut 2 days ahead and chilled in sealed bags lined with paper towels. Chard can be cooked 4 hours ahead and reheated over low heat on stove or in a microwave oven.
Provided by katie in the UP
Categories Chard
Time 50m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cut stems and center ribs from chard, discarding any tough portions, then cut stems and ribs crosswise into 2 inch pieces.
- Stack chard leaves and roll up lengthwise into cylinders.
- Cut cylinders crosswise to make 1 inch-wide strips.
- Heat oil and butter in a large heavy pot over med heat until foam subsides, then cook onions and garlc with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper, covered, stirring occasionally, until onions begin to soften, about 8 minutes.
- Add chard stems and ribs, and cook covered, stirring occasionally, until stems are just tender, about 10 minutes.
- Add chard leaves in batches, stirring until wilted before adding next batch and cook, covered, until tender, 4 to 6 minutes (stirring occasionally).
- Transfer with a slotted spoon to a serving bowl.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100.3, Fat 6.6, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 364, Carbohydrate 9.4, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 3.1, Protein 3.4
Tips for Sautéed Swiss Chard with Onions:
- Choose fresh, tender Swiss chard: Look for leaves that are deep green and crisp, with no signs of wilting or yellowing.
- Wash the Swiss chard thoroughly: Remove any dirt or grit by rinsing the leaves under cold water.
- Remove the tough stems: Cut off the stems from the leaves, leaving only the leafy part.
- Chop the Swiss chard into bite-sized pieces: This will help it cook evenly.
- Use a large skillet or sauté pan: This will give the Swiss chard plenty of room to cook without overcrowding.
- Heat the oil or butter over medium-high heat: This will help the Swiss chard sear and develop a slightly caramelized flavor.
- Add the Swiss chard and onions to the pan: Cook, stirring occasionally, until the Swiss chard is wilted and tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Season with salt, pepper, and other desired seasonings: Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed.
- Serve immediately: Sautéed Swiss chard is best served hot, as a side dish or as a main course.
Conclusion:
Sautéed Swiss chard with onions is a simple yet flavorful dish that is packed with nutrients. It is a great way to use up fresh Swiss chard and can be served as a side dish or as a main course. With its vibrant green color and slightly bitter flavor, Swiss chard is a delicious and healthy addition to any meal.
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