Description
This quick and healthy rainbow chard recipe is perfect for any night of the week. With just a few simple ingredients, it’s ready in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 3 bunches of rainbow chard, washed and trimmed
- 6 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Separate the stems and leaves of the chard. Slice both thinly.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook until garlic is fragrant.
- Add chard stems and sauté for 3–4 minutes until slightly tender.
- Add chard leaves, stir to coat, then cover and cook 5 minutes.
- Uncover, drizzle with lemon juice, season with salt and pepper.
- Stir and cook uncovered for 1 more minute. Serve warm.
Notes
- You can substitute Swiss chard or kale if rainbow chard isn’t available.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup cooked
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: rainbow chard recipe, sauteed swiss chard, healthy leafy greens, quick vegan side