Lemon Garlic Chard

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 bunch swiss chard

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 4 cloves garlic

• Red pepper flakes (to taste)

• Salt and Pepper (to taste)

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions:

1. Wash the chard and trim ends of stems.

2. Cut stems out of chard leaves and make two piles; one with stems and one with leaves.

3. Rip chard leaves into 2” pieces, cut stems into 1” pieces.

4. Peel 4 cloves of garlic and slice thinly.

5. Heat olive oil in a medium-sized pan over medium-low heat, add garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook until garlic is lightly brown about 2 minutes.

6. Add in chard stems and cook until softened, 4 minutes.

7. Add in chard leaves and lemon juice. Cook about 1 minute until leaves are wilted.

8. Enjoy as a side dish with chicken, steak, beef, eggs, or any other protein!

Recipe inspired by Bon Appetit.. Prepared by Tillie Geyer September 2020. UTMB Dietetic Intern Fall 2020. 

Nutrition facts: serving size: 1/2 cup, calories: 113, total fat: 7 grams, carbohydrates: 11.2 grams, dietary fiber: 2 grams, protein: 5 grams