If you're looking for a quick, easy, and healthy meal that's packed with flavor, look no further than stir fried Swiss chard and red peppers. This colorful and nutritious dish is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it can be easily customized to fit your own taste preferences. With its vibrant colors, slightly bitter flavor, and crunchy texture, Swiss chard is a fantastic addition to any stir-fry. When paired with the sweetness of red peppers, the result is a delightful combination that will leave you wanting more.
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STIR-FRIED SWISS CHARD AND RED PEPPERS
This is particularly beautiful if you can find rainbow chard, those multicolored bunches with red, white and yellow stems. Slice the chard crosswise in thin strips. If the pieces are too thick, they'll be tough.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, easy, quick, weekday, one pot, main course
Time 20m
Yield Serves three to four
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine the soy sauce, rice wine or sherry, and the sesame oil. Combine the salt, pepper and sugar in another small bowl. Have all the ingredients within arm's length of your pan.
- Heat a 14-inch flat-bottomed wok or 12-inch steel skillet over high heat until a drop of water evaporates within a second or two in the pan. Swirl in the oil by adding it to the sides of the pan and tilting it back and forth. Add the garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for no more than 10 seconds. Add the chard, and stir-fry for two minutes, until the leaves wilt. Add the red pepper and spring onion or red onion. Turn the heat to high, and stir-fry for one minute, or until the pepper begins to soften. Add the salt, pepper and sugar. Toss together, and add the soy sauce mixture. Stir-fry for two to three minutes until the chard leaves are tender and the stems and red peppers are crisp-tender. Stir in the cilantro, and serve over cooked quinoa, rice or rice noodles.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 97, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 463 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
PAN FRIED SWISS CHARD
This is a quick, easy, and tasty way to prepare fresh Swiss chard.
Provided by melanie
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Greens
Time 25m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place the chopped bacon in the skillet and cook until the fat separates from the meat. Melt the butter in the skillet. Stir in the lemon juice and garlic paste. Add the Swiss chard to the butter mixture. When the leaves begin to wilt, place a cover on the skillet and increase heat to medium-high. Allow the chard to cook while covered for about 4 minutes. Stir the chard leaves to coat with the butter mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Cholesterol 60.5 mg, Fat 31.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 13.9 g, Sodium 732.9 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
SWISS CHARD AND RED PEPPER GRATIN
The seasons for red peppers and Swiss chard overlap, with the chard beginning to come in while peppers are still piled high in farmers' market stalls. The two look beautiful side by side in the market and on the plate.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Time 1h30m
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil while you clean the chard. Fill a bowl with ice water. Strip the leaves from the stalks, but hold onto the stalks. Wash the leaves in several rinses of water. When the water comes to a boil add the chard leaves. Blanch for about 1 minute, just until tender. Using a skimmer or slotted spoon, transfer immediately to the ice water. Let sit for a few minutes, then drain, squeeze out water and chop medium-fine.
- Preheat the oven to 375º F. Brush a 2-quart baking or gratin dish with olive oil.
- Trim both ends off the chard stalks, then dice. Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large, heavy nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the onion. Cook, stirring, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the diced chard stalks, diced red pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring often, for 5 to 8 minutes, until the vegetables are just tender. Add the garlic, stir together for a minute or so, until the garlic is fragrant, and stir in the chard. Stir together for 30 seconds to a minute, just to blend the mixture and coat the chard with oil. Season with salt and pepper, and remove from the heat.
- Beat the eggs and milk together in a bowl. Stir in the chard mixture, the cheese, rice and thyme. Stir together, taste and add more salt and pepper if desired. Transfer to the baking dish. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the top and drizzle on the remaining oil.
- Bake 40 to 45 minutes, until firm and browned on the top. Remove from the heat and cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. You can serve this warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 279, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 560 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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.
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
SWISS CHARD STIR FRY
Make and share this Swiss Chard Stir Fry recipe from Food.com.
Provided by PinkCherryBlossom
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix all the sauce ingredients until smooth.
- Cook the rice noodles according to the packet. drain and rinse under cold water, then set aside.
- Separate the leaves and stalks of the chard and shred the leaves. (You may also finely chop the stems and add them is you wish).
- heat the oil in a wok and add the mushrooms and chard stalks (if using) and stir fry for 1 minute.
- Add the garlic, peppers and chard leaves and fry for a further 2 minutes.
- Add water chestnuts and sauce and stir fry for 2 minutes.
- Add noodles, mix well and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.6, Fat 4, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 966.3, Carbohydrate 57.2, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 10.5, Protein 5.4
SWISS CHARD, STIR FRIED, WITH FETA CHEESE
Low cal veggie, High iron. Great with the touch of Feta & Pine nuts. Don't overcook. You can include this in a Chinese meal as an exta vegetable dish
Provided by Bergy
Categories Cheese
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a wok heat the oil (medium heat).
- Add shallots; stir fry 1 minute or until just beginning to brown.
- Add Swiss Chard, toss and cover.
- Cook 2 minutes.
- Remove cover and cook about another minute.
- If there is any liqiud drain it off.
- Stir in the Feta cheese, cook 30 seconds or until it starts to melt.
- Add Pine nuts and season.
- Serve immediately.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, tender Swiss chard: Look for leaves that are deep green and free from blemishes.
- Wash the Swiss chard thoroughly: Be sure to remove any dirt or grit from the leaves.
- Cut the Swiss chard into bite-sized pieces: This will help it cook evenly.
- Use a large skillet or wok: This will give the Swiss chard and red peppers plenty of room to cook.
- Heat the oil over medium-high heat: This will help the vegetables sear and develop flavor.
- Add the Swiss chard and red peppers to the skillet: Cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste: You can also add other spices or herbs, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
- Serve immediately: Stir-fried Swiss chard and red peppers are best served hot.
Conclusion:
Stir-fried Swiss chard and red peppers is a quick, easy, and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is packed with nutrients and has a delicious, slightly bitter flavor. This dish is also very versatile and can be customized to your own taste. For example, you can add other vegetables, such as mushrooms, broccoli, or carrots. You can also add a protein source, such as chicken, shrimp, or tofu. No matter how you choose to make it, stir-fried Swiss chard and red peppers is sure to be a hit!
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