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Swiss Chard

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Quick Facts

Servings: 2
Prep Time: 10 min.
Cook Time: 12 min.
Total: 22 min.

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Angie McGowan
Flavorful greens prepared with just five ingredients.

Ingredients

  • 1 large bunch Swiss chard
  • 2 Tbs olive oil
  • 1 large clove garlic, chopped
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Kosher salt to taste

Directions

  • Wash greens well and cut off and discard excess stems. Preheat skillet and add olive oil.
  • Add garlic and sauté until lightly browned and fragrant. Cut up greens and add to the skillet. Add salt and water.
  • Turn heat to high and place lid on pan. Cook for 5 minutes, covered, and then stir greens around and cook for another 5 minutes, covered. Remove lid and check for to see if they're done. If needed, continue to cook until tender.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 154
  Calories from Fat 122 (79%)
(21%)Total Fat 14g
(9%)Saturated Fat 2g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 10g
(0%)Cholesterol 0mg
(15%)Sodium 364mg
(19%)Potassium 651mg
Total Carbohydrate 7g
(11%)Dietary Fiber 3g
Sugars 2g
Sugar Alcohols 0g
(6%)Protein 3g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Nutrition facts are calculated by a food expert using nutritional values provided by the USDA for common products used as recipe ingredients. Actual nutritional values may differ depending on the amounts or products used and can be affected by cooking methods.

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