Red Swiss Chard with Pine Nuts and Prosciutto

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Red Swiss chard with pine nuts and prosciutto recipe for a healthy meal

by The Chefin Healthy

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

240

Sugar

Fat

16g

Red Swiss chard with pine nuts and prosciutto is a delicious and healthy dish that makes a great addition to any meal. Swiss chard is a leafy green vegetable that is packed with vitamins and minerals, while pine nuts and prosciutto add a delicious crunch and savory flavor. This dish is easy to prepare and can be served as a side dish or main course. The bitterness of the Swiss chard is balanced by the saltiness of the prosciutto, and the pine nuts add a nice textural element. Whether you're looking for a quick and healthy weeknight meal or a dish to impress your dinner guests, this recipe is sure to please.

Instructions

1.	Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2.	Add the pine nuts and garlic. Stir constantly until the pine nuts are toasted and fragrant.
3.	Remove the pine nuts and garlic from the skillet and set aside.
4.	Add the chopped Swiss chard to the skillet and sauté over medium heat until wilted.
5.	Add salt and black pepper to taste. Stir to combine.
6.	Remove the Swiss chard from the skillet and set aside.
7.	Add the chopped prosciutto to the skillet and cook until it starts to crisp.
8.	Return the Swiss chard to the skillet and stir to combine with the prosciutto.
9.	Add the pine nuts and garlic and stir to distribute throughout the dish.
10.	Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This dish is packed with healthy nutrients from the Swiss chard, including vitamins A, K, and C, and minerals such as calcium and iron.
The pine nuts and prosciutto add a delicious crunch and savory flavor to the dish.

CONS

While this dish is generally healthy, prosciutto is high in sodium and should be consumed in moderation.
Additionally, some people may not enjoy the bitterness of Swiss chard.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Swiss chard is a nutritional powerhouse, with just one cup providing more than 300% of the daily value for vitamin K, an important nutrient for bone health and blood clotting. It also contains high levels of antioxidants, which can help protect against chronic disease. Pine nuts are a good source of heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and contain a variety of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin E and magnesium. Prosciutto is a good source of protein and iron but is also high in sodium, so it should be consumed sparingly.

	2 teaspoons olive oil
	1/4 cup pine nuts
	2 cloves garlic , minced
	8 cups chopped red Swiss chard
	salt and ground black pepper to taste
	1/4 pound sliced prosciutto , chopped