Sauteed Swiss Chard With Raisins and Pine Nuts

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0

Healthy and flavorful Sauteed Swiss Chard with Raisins and Pine Nuts recipe

by The Chefin Vegetarian

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 bunches about 1 1/2 pounds total swiss chard , stalks cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces , leaves torn into 2-inch pieces ( keep stalks and leaves separate )
	2 tablespoons pine nuts
	2 tablespoons olive oil
	1/3 cup golden raisin
	2 garlic cloves , minced
	1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
	coarse salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

160

Sugar

15g

Fat

Sauteed Swiss Chard with Raisins and Pine Nuts is a delicious and healthy way to prepare this leafy green vegetable. Swiss chard is known for its slightly bitter taste and colorful stems and leaves. This recipe brings out the natural sweetness of the chard by adding plump golden raisins and toasty pine nuts. The raisins add a pop of sweetness while the pine nuts lend a crunchy texture. This dish is perfect as a side dish to accompany any meal or as a standalone vegetarian main course.

Instructions

1.	In a large skillet, toast pine nuts over medium heat until golden brown, stirring frequently.
2.	Remove the pine nuts from the skillet and set aside.
3.	In the same skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
4.	Add swiss chard stalks to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5.	Add swiss chard leaves to the skillet and cook until wilted.
6.	Add garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
7.	Add raisins to the skillet and cook for 1 minute.
8.	Add balsamic vinegar to the skillet and stir to combine.
9.	Season with salt and pepper to taste.
10.	Sprinkle toasted pine nuts over the top before serving.

PROS

Swiss chard is loaded with essential nutrients, including vitamins A, K, and C.

This recipe is quick and easy to make, while still delivering a complex flavor profile thanks to the combination of sweet raisins and nutty pine nuts.

It’s a great way to add more vegetables to your diet!

CONS

Some people may find the slightly bitter flavor of swiss chard to be unappealing.

This recipe requires chopping the stems and leaves separately, which can be time-consuming.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Swiss chard is an excellent source of vitamins and minerals, including calcium, iron, and magnesium.
It’s low in calories and high in fiber, making it a great choice for weight management diets.
The raisins in this recipe add a natural sweetness and are a source of antioxidants.