Description
A simple and flavorful Swiss chard dish sautéed with garlic, leeks, almonds, and sweet raisins. This quick recipe offers a perfect balance of savory and slightly sweet flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 large bunch Swiss chard
- 1 leek
- 4 cloves garlic
- 25 g almonds
- 25 g raisins
- 15 ml olive oil (extra virgin)
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Remove the stems from the Swiss chard and cut the leaves into strips.
- Finely chop the garlic, slice the leek, and chop the almonds.
- Heat a little olive oil in a large shallow pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and leek, cooking until soft.
- Add the Swiss chard and sauté, stirring regularly, until it wilts.
- Add the chopped almonds and raisins along with salt and pepper. Stir and cook for a few more minutes.
- Serve immediately, or cover and keep warm in the oven until ready to serve.
Notes
- You can substitute pine nuts or walnuts for almonds.
- Golden raisins can be used for a milder sweetness.
- Serve as a side dish with grains or protein for a complete meal.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
