Lemon Garlic Rainbow Chard

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds Swiss chard, about 2 bunches, leaves and stalks separated, and thoroughly washed
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled, and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar or more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Preparation

  1. Cut chard stems into 1/4-inch lengths. Roll leaves into bundles and cut into 2-inch ribbons. Set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, warm the olive oil to medium-high. Add sliced garlic and saute until lightly golden, about 1 minute. Add chard stems, stirring, and cook until crisp-tender, about 5 - 7 minutes. Stir in honey, bring to a boil, then add the leaves, season with salt and pepper. Cook until the leaves are wilted, about 6 more minutes .
  3. Add the vinegar, cook on high heat an additional 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a serving dish, stir in the lemon zest and serve.

Categories

  • Side Dish
  • Vegetable
  • Quick and Easy
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • MHealthy

Nutrition Information

Serves
6
Calories
50.00
Total Fat (g)
2.00
Saturated Fat (g)
0.50
Sodium (mg)
242.00
Total Carbohydrates (g)
7.00
Dietary Fiber (g)
2.00
Protein (g)
2.00