Italian-Style Swiss Chard

Swiss chard is a staple in many European kitchens, this Italian family recipe is easy to prepare and amazingly flavorful for so few ingredients. With garlic and red pepper, these greens are a delicious and nutrient rich side dish for any meal.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 75 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon salt
• salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 4 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
• 1 bunch Swiss chard

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Wash the Swiss chard and cut into 1 inch strips. Separate the thick and tough stalk sections from the upper leafy strips.

Step 2

Bring the water and 1 tablespoon of salt to a boil in a large saucepan.

Step 3

Cook the stalk sections in the salted boiling water for 2 minutes. Stir in the leafy strips and cook until the leaves are wilted and the stalks are fork tender, about 6 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes in a large skillet over medium heat until aromatic, about 3 minutes. Add the drained Swiss chard, cook and stir for 2 minutes; season with salt to taste.