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Easy Swiss Chard with Cannellini Beans

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This easy Swiss chard with cannellini beans recipe combines tender greens with creamy beans, garlic, and a splash of vinegar. A quick, healthy, and flavorful dish that’s perfect as a side or a light meal.

Ingredients

1 large bunch of chard (any type)

2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

5 large cloves of garlic, sliced

½ teaspoon sea salt

¼ teaspoon pepper

½ teaspoon red pepper flakes or Aleppo pepper (optional)

1–15oz can of cannellini beans, rinsed and drained

1 teaspoon red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Swiss chard: Rinse the Swiss chard thoroughly to remove any dirt or grit. Remove the stems from the leaves and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
  2. Sauté the garlic: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant and golden brown. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  3. Cook the Swiss chard: Add the chopped Swiss chard to the skillet, along with the sea salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes until the chard wilts and softens.
  4. Add the beans: Stir in the rinsed and drained cannellini beans and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the beans are warmed through.
  5. Finish with vinegar: Drizzle the red wine vinegar (or apple cider vinegar) over the chard and beans, stirring to combine. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the vinegar to slightly reduce.
  6. Serve: Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Enjoy immediately!

Notes

If you want to add protein, try topping the dish with grilled chicken, sausage, or a fried egg.

This dish is naturally gluten-free.

If you’re looking for a vegan twist, add a sprinkle of nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.

To add a citrusy kick, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish just before serving.

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