Wilted Swiss Chard with Fresh Basil
This makes a lively and colorful vegetable side dish. Recipe courtesy of Karen Zack, a private plot holder at the garden.
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This makes a lively and colorful vegetable side dish. Recipe courtesy of Karen Zack, a private plot holder at the garden.
Ingredients
- 2 Tbs. olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 6 to 7 large Swiss chard leaves, rinsed and coarsely chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil plus whole leaves for garnish, optional
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh lemon juice to taste
Preparation
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic, chard and basil, and cook just until the chard begins to wilt, for about 5 minutes. Add salt, pepper and lemon juice. Garnish with basil, if using, and serve warm.
Nutrition Information
- Serving Size Serves 2
- Calories 150
- Carbohydrate Content 6 g
- Cholesterol Content 0 mg
- Fat Content 14 g
- Fiber Content 3 g
- Protein Content 3 g
- Saturated Fat Content 2 g
- Sodium Content 310 mg
- Sugar Content 2 g
- Trans Fat Content 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat Content 0 g