**Savory and Versatile: Unveiling the Culinary Delights of Swiss Chard**
Embark on a culinary journey with the extraordinary Swiss chard, a leafy green vegetable renowned for its distinct flavor and remarkable versatility. Originating from the Mediterranean region, this leafy green has captivated taste buds for centuries, earning a place in diverse cuisines worldwide. Join us as we explore a curated collection of delectable Swiss chard recipes, each showcasing the unique魅力 of this remarkable ingredient. From vibrant salads to hearty soups and savory bakes, our culinary expedition promises a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds dancing. Get ready to discover the diverse culinary possibilities of Swiss chard as we delve into a world of vibrant greens, earthy aromas, and unforgettable taste experiences.
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
SIMPLE SWISS CHARD
Swiss chard cooked with garlic and balsamic vinegar. Quick and delicious!
Provided by THERESA_M
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Greens
Time 20m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil on a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic and cook until tender and aromatic, about 2 minutes. Add the Swiss chard and balsamic vinegar; cook and stir until the chard is wilted and tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.9 g, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 250.5 mg, Sugar 5.7 g
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 (DON'T BE AFRAID!!!)
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
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
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
GARLICKY SAUTEED SWISS CHARD
Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
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.
ROASTED SWISS CHARD WITH FETA
This method of cooking chard was given to me (in very few words) from an organic farmer who was selling the first chard we ever bought. We tried it and could not believe how delicious this was. Delicious! Double this recipe if you are a large family of veggie eaters.
Provided by XANDISMOM
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Greens
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet with olive oil.
- Toss the chard stems and onions in a bowl with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and spread onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the chard stems have softened and the onion is starting to brown on the corners, about 15 minutes. Toss the chard leaves with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle the leaves over the stem mixture, then scatter the feta cheese over top.
- Return to the oven, and bake until the stems are tender, the leaves are beginning to crisp, and the feta is melted and golden, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.1 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 25.2 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 439 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
SAUTEED SWISS CHARD WITH BACON
Steps:
- Coat a large saute pan lightly with olive oil and add the diced bacon, garlic, and crushed red pepper. Bring the pan to medium-high heat. When the garlic has turned a lovely golden brown, remove from the pan and discard. At this point the bacon should start to become brown and crispy. Add the Swiss chard stems and the stock and cook until the stock has mostly evaporated. Add the Swiss chard leaves and saute until they are wilted. Season with salt.
GARLICKY SWISS CHARD
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
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
SWISS CHARD BEAN SOUP
This hearty soup combines nutritious Swiss chard with other garden favorites. Its light broth is surprisingly rich in flavor, and the grated Parmesan packs an additional punch. Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 55m
Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven , saute the carrot, zucchini, yellow squash and onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; saute 1 minute longer. Add the broth, Swiss chard, beans, tomatoes, thyme, salt, oregano and pepper. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until chard is tender. Just before serving, sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 452mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
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 RED SWISS CHARD WITH GARLIC
Categories Garlic Side Sauté Thanksgiving Quick & Easy High Fiber Low/No Sugar Fall Vegan Chard Gourmet Sugar Conscious Vegetarian Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Cut stems and center ribs away from Swiss chard leaves. Slice stems and center ribs thin and reserve. Chop leaves coarse and reserve separately.
- In a 10- to 12-quart heavy kettle heat oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and sauté reserved stems and ribs, stirring, until crisp-tender. Add garlic and sauté, stirring, until garlic is fragrant. Add reserved leaves with water clinging to them and cook, turning with tongs, until wilted. Add 1/2 cup water and cook, covered, over moderate heat until leaves are tender, about 4 minutes. Season chard with salt and pepper. Chard may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.
SWISS CHARD WITH GARLIC
This is a very simple recipe for Swiss chard. I like to use the whole vegetable but you need to saute the stems and the leaves separately as the stems take longer. This won't make a lot as the chard will wilt, so if you love chard, think about doubling the recipe.
Provided by barbara
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Greens Chard
Time 15m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Remove Swiss chard stems and cut into small pieces. Slice leaves into strips. Set both aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and saute chard stems for 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Mix in chard leaves, cover, and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Uncover, stir and cook for 2 minutes longer. Season with salt and squeeze lemon juice on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 242.7 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
POTATO AND SWISS CHARD GRATIN
Jim Leiken, the executive chef at DBGB Kitchen & Bar, cooked us this hearty, rustic dish of fork-tender potatoes, Swiss chard and bubbling Gruyère that can move easily from a satellite role to the centerpiece of a vegetarian holiday meal.
Provided by Elaine Louie
Categories casseroles, side dish
Time 1h45m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees, and place rack in the center. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; set a bowl of ice water on the side. Boil the chard leaves until tender, 3 to 5 minutes, then transfer with a slotted spoon to the ice water. Squeeze them dry and chop roughly. Boil the diced stems until tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain well and add to chopped chard leaves.
- In a small saucepan, bring the heavy cream, garlic, shallot, thyme and bay leaf to a simmer. Cook until reduced by half, about 25 minutes. Strain out the solids and add the nutmeg.
- Meanwhile, slice the potatoes into 1/8-inch-thick rounds with a mandoline or sharp knife. Butter a 12- to 14-inch gratin dish. Assemble the gratin by layering the ingredients in this order: a single, slightly overlapping layer of one-third of the potato slices, a sprinkling of salt and pepper, one-third of the Gruyère, half the Swiss chard and one-third of the reduced cream. Repeat once, and then top with one more layer of potato, salt and pepper, and the rest of the Gruyère and cream.
- Bake until the top is browned and the potatoes are fork-tender, about 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 507, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 36 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 22 grams, Sodium 771 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams
SWISS CHARD AU GRATIN
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 45m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Arrange the rack in the middle of oven and preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Bring a large pot of water to boil.
- Stem the chard, keeping the leaves whole. Salt the boiling water and add the chard and let wilt. The pot will be packed at first. Boil the chard 10 minutes, drain in a colander and run under cool water. Let it drain and squeeze out any excess liquid in a clean kitchen towel. Chop.
- Meanwhile, heat the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook 1 minute, and then whisk in the milk. Season with salt, pepper and a little freshly grated nutmeg. Stir in the roasted garlic paste. Thicken the sauce to coat the back of a spoon and adjust seasonings to taste.
- Layer half the greens in a medium casserole (8 to 10 inches long). Top with half the bechamel sauce and half the cheese. Repeat layers, ending with the cheese. Bake until bubbly and brown, 20 to 30.
BARLEY AND LENTIL SOUP WITH SWISS CHARD
Categories Soup/Stew Bean Leafy Green Low Fat Quick & Easy Low Cal High Fiber Low/No Sugar Barley Lentil Winter Healthy Chard Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 10 first-course or 6 main-course servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oil in heavy large nonreactive pot over medium-high heat. Add onions and carrots; sauté until onions are golden brown, about 10 minutes. Add garlic and stir 1 minute. Mix in cumin; stir 30 seconds. Add 10 cups broth and barley; bring to boil. Reduce heat; partially cover and simmer 25 minutes. Stir in tomatoes with juice and lentils; cover and simmer until barley and lentils are tender, about 30 minutes.
- Add chard to soup; cover and simmer until chard is tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in dill. Season soup with salt and pepper. Thin with more broth, if desired.
SAUSAGE AND SWISS CHARD PASTA
I whipped up lunch with fresh produce from the farmers market and the result was amazing. -Kate Stiltner, Rockford, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook sausage and red onion until no longer pink, 3-4 minutes, breaking into crumbles. Add fennel, mushrooms and garlic; cook until tender, 6-8 minutes. Add Swiss chard; cook and stir until wilted, 4-5 minutes longer., Drain pasta, reserving 1 cup pasta water. In a large bowl, combine pasta, sausage mixture, salt, pepper and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, adding enough reserved pasta water to coat pasta and create a creamy texture. Serve with remaining cheese and pine nuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 487 calories, Fat 25g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 726mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
SWISS CHARD GRATIN
Categories Milk/Cream Cheese Dairy Vegetable Side Bake Christmas Thanksgiving Casserole/Gratin Fall Swiss Cheese Chard Gourmet Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter and toss with bread crumbs, cheese, garlic, herbs, half of nutmeg, and salt and pepper to taste in a bowl.
- Boil broth in a small saucepan until reduced by half. Add cream and keep warm.
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a small heavy saucepan over moderate heat and stir in flour. Cook roux, whisking, 1 minute, then whisk in broth mixture and boil, whisking, 1 minute. Season sauce with salt and pepper.
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Cook onion in remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a wide 8-quart heavy pot over moderately low heat, stirring, until softened. Add chard stems, remaining nutmeg, and salt and pepper to taste and cook, stirring, until vegetables are tender but not browned, about 8 minutes.
- Increase heat to moderately high and add chard leaves and spinach by large handfuls, stirring, until all greens are wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer vegetables to a colander to drain well and press out liquid with back of a large spoon. Toss vegetables with cream sauce and transfer to a buttered 12-inch oval gratin or 2-quart shallow baking dish, spreading evenly.
- Top vegetables with bread crumbs and bake in middle of oven until bubbling and topping is golden, about 20 minutes.
SAUTEED SWISS CHARD
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
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.
SAUTEED SWISS CHARD WITH RAISINS AND PINE NUTS
This warm salad is both healthy and flavorful.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Quick & Easy Recipes
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Wash chard, leaving some water clinging to stalks and leaves; set aside. In a large saucepan with a lid, toast the pine nuts over medium-high heat, shaking pan to brown evenly, 2 to 4 minutes. Remove from pan; set aside.
- In same saucepan, heat oil over medium-high. Add stalks, and cook until beginning to soften, about 4 minutes. Add leaves, raisins, and garlic. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until tender, 6 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pull lid back slightly, and tilt pan to pour off water. Stir in vinegar and pine nuts; season with salt and pepper. Serve.
Tips for Cooking Swiss Chard:
- Choose the right Swiss chard: Look for young, tender leaves with vibrant green color and no signs of wilting or yellowing.
- Prepare Swiss chard properly: Remove the tough stems from the leaves and thoroughly wash the leaves to remove any dirt or grit.
- Use a variety of cooking methods: Swiss chard can be sauteed, steamed, roasted, or added to soups and stews. Each method brings out different flavors and textures.
- Enhance the flavor: Add aromatics like garlic, onion, or shallots to enhance the flavor of Swiss chard. You can also incorporate herbs like thyme, oregano, or basil for an extra layer of taste.
- Don't overcook: Swiss chard cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked Swiss chard becomes limp and loses its vibrant color and flavor.
- Serve immediately: Swiss chard is best served immediately after cooking to preserve its鮮度 and flavor. Leftover Swiss chard can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Swiss chard is a versatile leafy green with a unique flavor and a variety of health benefits. It can be incorporated into various dishes, from simple side dishes to hearty main courses. By following these tips, you can unlock the full potential of this delicious and nutritious vegetable. So, next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful addition to your meals, give Swiss chard a try. Your taste buds will thank you!
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