Best 10 Simple Sauteed Swiss Chard Recipes

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Welcome to the ultimate guide to creating a simple and delicious sauteed swiss chard dish. This versatile leafy green is packed with nutrients and has a mild, slightly bitter flavor that pairs well with a variety of other ingredients. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, this article will provide you with all the essential information you need to create a flavorful sauteed swiss chard dish that will impress your taste buds. We'll cover everything from selecting the freshest ingredients to choosing the right cooking method, so you can make sure your sauteed swiss chard is cooked to perfection. Get ready to discover the secrets behind this simple yet satisfying dish!

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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.

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!

SIMPLE SAUTEED SWISS CHARD



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 bunches Swiss chard
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place a steamer over a pot of boiling water. Cut Swiss chard crosswise into 3/4-inch pieces, keeping greens and stems separate. Place stems in steamer, and steam for 5 minutes. Add greens, and steam for 3 minutes more. Drain well.
  • In a large saute pan, heat butter over medium-low heat. Add Swiss chard, and toss until well coated with the butter. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

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 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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Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
Pinch of dried crushed red pepper
2 large bunches Swiss chard, stems trimmed, leaves cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-wide strips

Steps:

  • Melt butter with oil in heavy large pot over medium-low heat. Add garlic and crushed red pepper. Sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add chard; stir to coat. Cover; cook until tender, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes. Season to taste with salt. Transfer to bowl and serve.

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 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.

SWISS CHARD WITH ONIONS & GARLIC



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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

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
6 garlic cloves, sliced
1/2 cup white balsamic vinegar
2 bunches Swiss chard, coarsely chopped (about 16 cups)
1/2 cup walnut halves, toasted
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

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

Tips:

  • Choose the freshest Swiss chard you can find. Look for leaves that are deep green and crisp, with no signs of wilting or yellowing.
  • Wash the Swiss chard thoroughly before cooking. This will remove any dirt or grit that may be on the leaves.
  • Remove the tough stems from the Swiss chard leaves before cooking. This will make the dish more tender and enjoyable to eat.
  • Sauté the Swiss chard in a little bit of olive oil or butter. This will help to bring out the flavor of the greens and prevent them from sticking to the pan.
  • Add some garlic, onion, or other seasonings to the Swiss chard while it is cooking. This will help to add flavor and depth to the dish.
  • Cook the Swiss chard until it is wilted and tender, but still has a little bit of crunch. Overcooked Swiss chard will be mushy and unappetizing.
  • Serve the sautéed Swiss chard immediately. It can be enjoyed as a side dish, or added to pasta, rice, or other dishes.

Conclusion:

Sautéed Swiss chard is a quick, easy, and delicious way to enjoy this healthy green. With its earthy flavor and slightly bitter taste, Swiss chard is a versatile vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes. Whether you're looking for a simple side dish or a more hearty meal, sautéed Swiss chard is a great option. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful dish, give sautéed Swiss chard a try.

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