Best 9 Simple Sauteed Swiss Chard Recipes

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**Sauteed Swiss Chard: A Simple Yet Flavorful Side Dish**

Swiss chard is a leafy green vegetable that is often overlooked, but it is a nutritional powerhouse packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Its mild flavor and tender texture make it a versatile ingredient that can be enjoyed in various dishes. One of the simplest and most delicious ways to prepare Swiss chard is to sauté it. This quick and easy side dish can be ready in just 15 minutes and is a great way to add a pop of color and nutrition to your meals. In this article, we present two variations of sauteed Swiss chard recipes: a classic version with garlic and olive oil, and a more flavorful version with bacon and balsamic vinegar. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be customized to your liking. Whether you're looking for a healthy side dish for your weeknight dinners or a flavorful addition to your holiday table, these sauteed Swiss chard recipes are sure to impress.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SAUTEED SWISS CHARD WITH PARMESAN CHEESE



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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

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
½ small red onion, diced
1 bunch Swiss chard, stems and center ribs cut out and chopped together, leaves coarsely chopped separately
½ cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, or to taste
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 pinch salt to taste

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



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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

3 pounds red Swiss chard
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 thinly sliced garlic cloves
2 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
Coarse salt and ground pepper

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 (DON'T BE AFRAID!!!)



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Incredibly yummy- slightly spicy with a bit of lemon zip. This is the MOST delicious swiss chard recipe EVER! -I promise. (Adapted from a recipe from Bon Appetit)

Provided by hollyfrolly

Categories     Chard

Time 13m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pinch dry crushed red pepper
2 bunches swiss chard, stems trimmed, leaves cut into 1/2-inch-wide pieces
1/2 lemon, juice of
salt

Steps:

  • Melt butter and oil in heavy large pan over medium-low heat. Add garlic and crushed red pepper.
  • Sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add swiss chard; stir to coat.
  • Cover and cook until tender (stirring occasionally) about 8 minutes.
  • Squeeze juice from 1/2 lemon onto chard.
  • Season to taste with salt.
  • Enjoy!

SAUTEED SWISS CHARD



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 as a side dish

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
5 cloves garlic, sliced thin
1 bunch Swiss chard, washed, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saute pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and saute until pale golden color, about 1 minute. Add Swiss chard and saute until soft, but still crisp, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.;

GARLICKY SAUTEED SWISS CHARD



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Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 large bunch Swiss chard, ribs removed and chopped, leaves roughly chopped
Kosher salt
Splash red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Add the oil to a large saute pan with the garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook over medium heat until the garlic turns golden. Remove the garlic and discard. Add the chopped Swiss chard ribs and saute until soft, about 4 minutes. Add the Swiss chard leaves and season with salt, to taste. Cook until the leaves are wilted. Stir in a splash of red wine vinegar. Serve immediately.

SAUTEED SWISS CHARD WITH MUSHROOMS AND ROASTED RED PEPPERS



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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

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
½ onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 bunch Swiss chard, chopped
½ roasted red pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ cup white wine

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

GARLICKY SWISS CHARD



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There's really no secret to making excellent sautéed greens: just good olive oil, salt, loads of garlic and a jolt of red pepper flakes. This method works with pretty much any green too - broccoli, broccoli rabe, kale, spinach, collards, brussels sprouts or green beans - so you've really no excuse not to get your daily dose of vegetables. Serve it as a side to any roasted or grilled meat, or over a mound of creamy polenta that's been crowned with a fried egg.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     quick, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 bunches Swiss chard, stems removed
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
Large pinch crushed red pepper flakes
Salt

Steps:

  • Stack chard leaves on top of one another (you can make several piles) and slice them into 1/4-inch strips.
  • Heat oil in a very large skillet (or use a soup pot). Add garlic and red pepper flakes and sauté for 30 seconds, until garlic is fragrant. Stir in the chard, coating it in oil. Cover pan and let cook for about 2 minutes, until chard is wilted. Uncover, stir and cook for 2 minutes longer. Season with salt.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 75, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 538 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

SAUTEED SWISS CHARD WITH ONIONS



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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

3 pound green Swiss chard (about 2 large bunches)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 medium onions, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped

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



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Swiss Chard is not a common veggie in most of North America. It is very rich in iron.Some people say you need to acquire a taste for it. It is rather like strong cabbage. Very low calorie

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Vegetable

Time 14m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 lb red swiss chard, washed, bottom stem removed, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons lite olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
pepper

Steps:

  • Swiss Chard should be chopped into pieces about 2" square.
  • Heat oil in a wok or skillet.
  • Saute garlic for about 1 minute.
  • Have high heat and saute the swiss chard for about2-3 minutes. (Water clinging to the leaves is enough liquid to cook the chard).
  • Toss (do not over cook) until just wilted and getting soft.
  • Season with pepper and serve.

Tips for Sautéing Swiss Chard

- **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.** This will remove any dirt or grit. - **Remove the tough stems from the Swiss chard.** You can do this by simply tearing the leaves away from the stems. - **Chop the Swiss chard into bite-sized pieces.** This will help it cook evenly. - **Heat a large skillet over medium heat.** Add a little olive oil or butter to the skillet. - **Add the Swiss chard to the skillet.** Cook, stirring occasionally, until the Swiss chard is wilted and tender, about 5 minutes. - **Add any other desired ingredients to the skillet.** This could include garlic, onion, mushrooms, or tomatoes. - **Cook until the vegetables are heated through.** This should take about 2-3 minutes. - **Season the Swiss chard with salt and pepper, to taste.** - **Serve the Swiss chard immediately.**

Conclusion

Sautéed Swiss chard is a delicious and healthy side dish that can be easily prepared in just a few minutes. It is a great way to add more greens to your diet. Swiss chard is packed with vitamins and minerals, including vitamin K, vitamin A, and magnesium. It is also a good source of fiber. Enjoy!

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