What is rainbow chard?

It's essentially the same thing as regular chard. It has large leaves and the stalks are all different colors. There's no difference in the way it is prepared.

How do I store leftover sautéed Swiss chard?

Place any leftovers in an airtight container and store it in the fridge for 3-5 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop in a nonstick skillet.

Simple Sautéed Swiss Chard Recipe

Recipe by Shane Martin

Total Time10 minutes
Yield4 servings 1x
DietVegan

This simple sauteed Swiss chard recipe is a delicious and super healthy side dish. Seasoned with lemon, garlic, and black pepper, it’s easy to make and completely oil-free!

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Ingredients

Scale

1 bunch of Swiss chard (usually about 1 pound)
2-3 cloves of garlic, minced
1 small lemon for squeezing
Sea salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Rinse the Swiss chard under cold water to clean then pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Remove the chard stems from the Swiss chard leaves and slice them into 1/4″ pieces. Chop the Swiss chard leaves into bite-sized pieces.
Heat a non-stick skillet or pan over medium heat. Once the pan is hot add the chard stems to the pan along with 1-2 tablespoons of water or veggie broth. Cook for 1-2 minutes until they have softened just a bit. Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
Add the chopped Swiss chard leaves to the pan and sautéfor about 3-5 minutes, or until they are wilted and tender, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Once the Swiss chard is cooked to your liking, remove the pan from the heat. Squeeze the fresh lemon juice over the sautéed Swiss chard and toss until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve the sautéed Swiss chard immediately as a side dish or as part of a larger meal.