GRILLED RAINBOW CHARD WITH FAVA BEANS AND OREGANO

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Grilled Rainbow Chard with Fava Beans and Oregano image

Provided by Maggie Ruggiero

Categories     Bean     Leafy Green     Vegetable     Side     Fourth of July     Vegetarian     Father's Day     Backyard BBQ     Legume     Spring     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Vegan     Chard     Oregano     Gourmet     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 4 (side dish) servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds Swiss chard (preferably rainbow), stems and center ribs
1 cup shelled fresh fava beans (1 1/4 pounds in pods) or shelled fresh or frozen edamame (soybeans; 3/4 pound in pods)
1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 small garlic clove, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons chopped oregano
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Blanch chard stems:
  • Halve stems crosswise and cook in a large pot of boiling salted water (2 tablespoons salt for 4 quarts water) until just barely tender, 3 to 5 minutes (depending on thickness). Cool in an ice bath, reserving cooking water, then transfer to a plate.
  • Prepare fava beans:
  • Cook beans in boiling water 3 minutes, then drain and transfer to ice bath. Gently peel off skins (if using edamame, don't peel). Grill stems and assemble dish: Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking over medium-hot charcoal (medium heat for gas); see Grilling Procedure.
  • Toss chard stems with 1 tablespoon oil and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper. Oil grill rack, then grill chard stems, covered only if using a gas grill, turning occasionally, until tender and lightly charred, about 7 minutes. Cut into 1-inch lengths.
  • Cook garlic in remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil in a medium skillet over medium heat, stirring, until just pale golden. Add oregano, beans, and chard and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Transfer to a serving dish and stir in lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste.

Ana Wilson-Izor
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This dish is a great way to showcase the flavors of spring. The grilled chard is tender and flavorful, and the fava beans add a nice sweetness. The oregano is a great finishing touch. I highly recommend this recipe.


Raees Farooq MaHaR
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This recipe was a disappointment. The chard was tough and the fava beans were overcooked. The flavors were bland and the oregano was overpowering. I won't be making this recipe again.


Bebo Swla
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my friends and family. The grilled chard is so flavorful and the fava beans add a nice texture. I love the addition of oregano. It's a great way to use up leftover rainbow chard.


Maria Magana
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The grilled chard is amazing and the fava beans are cooked perfectly. The oregano really brings out the flavors. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Stephen Ntim
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my chard was tough and the fava beans were undercooked. The flavors were just okay. I won't be making this recipe again.


Everest Onyemaechi
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This dish is so easy to make and it's a great way to use up leftover rainbow chard. I love the combination of flavors and textures. I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit.


Sewanyana Lowlence
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of chard, but I was pleasantly surprised. The grilled chard was delicious and the fava beans were a nice touch. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Iliasso Mahi
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This is now one of my favorite vegetarian dishes. The grilled rainbow chard is so flavorful and the fava beans add a nice texture. The oregano is a great addition. I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfectly.


Leonard Brehm
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I followed the recipe exactly and the results were amazing! The grilled rainbow chard had a wonderful smoky flavor and the fava beans were cooked perfectly. The oregano added a nice touch of flavor. I served it with grilled chicken and it was a hit w


Moro _ asc 1
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This dish was a delightful surprise! The combination of grilled rainbow chard, fava beans, and oregano created a harmonious blend of flavors. The chard was perfectly tender with a slightly smoky undertone, while the fava beans added a touch of sweetn