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Sautéed Swiss Chard

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DinnerAmerican⏱ 20 minServes 2EasyGluten-freeEgg-freeDairy-freeDiabetic-friendlyLactose-freeVeganVegetarianNut-free
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Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 bunch chard, stems chopped and leaves torn into 2- to 3-inch pieces
  • 2 scallions (green onions), sliced (about ¼ cup)
  • 2 garlic scapes, finely chopped (or 1 clove minced garlic)
  • 2 tbsp water
  • Pinch salt
  • Pinch ground black pepper
  • Pinch nutmeg
  • 2 tsp balsamic vinegar

Method

  1. Heat a large sauté pan over medium heat.
  2. Add the oil and heat until shimmering.
  3. Add the chard stems, scallions, and garlic scapes. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the stems are tender, about 6-8 minutes.
  4. Add the chard leaves and water. Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 3 minutes.
  5. Remove the lid. Add the salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Continue cooking uncovered for 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
  6. Remove from heat and drizzle with balsamic vinegar. Serve warm.

Recipe source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Nutrition and Food Services · Public domain (U.S. Government work) · VA Nutrition and Food Services · Reformatted from PDF; ingredient quantities parsed
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