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Sauteed Swiss Chard with Lemon and Garlic
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Sautéed Swiss Chard with Lemon and Garlic

This garlic and Swiss chard sauté with lemon makes not only a tasty side dish, but is full of antioxidants, is readily available, and tastes delicious.
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Diet Vegetarian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 52kcal
Author Liz Della Croce

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 12 cup Swiss chard roughly chopped
  • 1 pinch sea salt
  • 2 cloves garlic grated
  • ½ teaspoon red chili flakes optional
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
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Instructions

  • Pre-heat a sauté pan on medium high heat then add olive oil.
  • Sauté chard in olive oil for 2-3 minutes until leaves turn bright green. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add garlic and chili flakes and sauté additional 30 seconds.
  • Remove from heat and toss with lemon juice just before serving.

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Notes

Excellent source of Vitamins A and C, good source of iron.

Nutrition

Calories: 52kcal | Carbohydrates: 4.9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3.6g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 371mg | Fiber: 1.8g