For a more intense lime flavor, add a little lime zest along with the juice. A pinch of red pepper flakes can add a subtle kick to this dish. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Swiss Chard Sauteed with Lime
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME5 mins
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TOTAL TIME15 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS64
Bright, vibrant Swiss chard, quickly sauteed and kissed with the zest of lime, makes a delightful and healthy side dish, or a light, refreshing vegetarian main course when served over a bed of fluffy quinoa or rice.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate3 g
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Fiber1 g
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Protein1 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium361 mg
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Sugar1 g
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Fat10 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPrepare the Swiss chard: First, wash and dry the chard thoroughly. On a cutting board, separate the stems from the leaves. Chop the stems into 1/4-inch thick pieces. Stack the chard leaves, roll them tightly into a cylinder, and slice crosswise into 1/2-inch ribbons.
02
StepHeat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add half the olive oil (1.5 tablespoons).
03
StepAdd the chopped chard stems to the hot oil and cook, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften, about 2 minutes.
04
StepAdd the sliced chard leaves to the skillet with the stems. Cook and stir, allowing the leaves to wilt down slightly, about 3 minutes.
05
StepDrizzle the remaining olive oil (1.5 tablespoons) over the chard and stir to coat evenly. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the leaves are tender and fully wilted, about 3-4 minutes.
06
StepRemove the skillet from the heat. Immediately sprinkle with kosher salt and squeeze the juice from half a lime over the chard. Stir to distribute the salt and lime juice evenly.
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Twila Simonis
May 27, 2025This is a great way to use up Swiss chard from the garden.
Dillan Paucek
May 24, 2025I didn't have lime, so I used lemon juice. It was still very good!
Robin Corkery
Apr 21, 2025Simple, healthy, and flavorful - what more could you want?
Roxane Mertz
Feb 23, 2025The stems take a little longer to cook than the leaves, so cooking them separately is key.
Jarred Lockman
Jan 21, 2025I served this over polenta, and it was a hit!
Abagail Cole
Dec 20, 2024I added some garlic and red pepper flakes, and it was fantastic!
Kattie Krajcik
Dec 17, 2024I've made this several times now - it's so easy and delicious!
Rachael Powlowski
Nov 3, 2024The lime juice really brightens up the flavor of the chard.