Roasted Swiss Chard with Feta

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
32%
Roasted Swiss Chard with Feta
45 min.
4
166kcal

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Roasted Swiss chard with feta is a delicious and healthy side dish that's perfect for any occasion. This recipe is vegetarian and gluten-free, so it's inclusive for a variety of diets. With a prep time of just 45 minutes, it's a convenient option for a busy weeknight or a last-minute get-together.

This dish is packed with flavor and nutrition. The Swiss chard is roasted to perfection, with a combination of olive oil, salt, and pepper enhancing its natural taste. The feta cheese adds a creamy, salty contrast to the chard, while the onion provides a subtle sweetness and depth of flavor. The result is a side dish that's both comforting and refreshing.

In terms of nutrition, this recipe is an excellent source of vitamins K, A, and C, providing almost your entire daily requirement in just one serving. It's also a good source of calcium, vitamin B2, magnesium, and manganese. With a glycemic index of 21.5 and a glycemic load of 1.58, it's a great option for those watching their blood sugar levels.

Whether you're looking for a new way to enjoy Swiss chard or want to impress your guests with a flavorful and healthy side dish, this recipe is sure to be a hit. So, fire up your oven and get ready to enjoy the delicious flavors of roasted Swiss chard with feta!

Ingredients

  • bunch swiss chard separated chopped
  • ounces feta cheese 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • large onion chopped
  • servings salt and pepper black to taste

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet with olive oil.
  2. Toss the chard stems and onions in a bowl with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and spread onto the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven until the chard stems have softened and the onion is starting to brown on the corners, about 15 minutes. Toss the chard leaves with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Sprinkle the leaves over the stem mixture, then scatter the feta cheese over top.
  5. Return to the oven, and bake until the stems are tender, the leaves are beginning to crisp, and the feta is melted and golden, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories166kcal
Protein13.44%
Fat69.37%
Carbs17.19%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.5
Glycemic Load
1.58
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
18.150869483533%

Flavonoids

Catechin
1.13mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
1.88mg
Kaempferol
4.59mg
Myricetin
2.34mg
Quercetin
9.26mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:166.26kcal
8.31%
Fat:13.28g
20.43%
Saturated Fat:4.77g
29.84%
Carbohydrates:7.41g
2.47%
Net Carbohydrates:5.57g
2.03%
Sugar:2.41g
2.68%
Cholesterol:25.23mg
8.41%
Sodium:678.36mg
29.49%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:5.79g
11.58%
Vitamin K:627.37µg
597.5%
Vitamin A:4707.38IU
94.15%
Vitamin C:25.27mg
30.64%
Calcium:186.83mg
18.68%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.64%
Magnesium:69.89mg
17.47%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.57%
Vitamin E:2.48mg
16.56%
Phosphorus:140.91mg
14.09%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
11.97%
Potassium:356.69mg
10.19%
Iron:1.65mg
9.19%
Vitamin B12:0.48µg
7.99%
Copper:0.16mg
7.9%
Zinc:1.15mg
7.67%
Fiber:1.84g
7.35%
Selenium:5.12µg
7.31%
Folate:26.7µg
6.67%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.06%
Vitamin B5:0.45mg
4.49%
Vitamin B3:0.62mg
3.12%
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