Swiss Chard with Raisins and Pine Nuts

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Swiss Chard with Raisins and Pine Nuts
30 min.
4
309kcal

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Discover the delightful flavors of our Swiss Chard with Raisins and Pine Nuts – a side dish that not only tantalizes your taste buds but also adds a burst of nutrition to your dining table. This vibrant vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free dish brings together the earthy richness of Swiss chard, the sweetness of golden raisins, and the satisfying crunch of toasted pine nuts.

Ready in just 30 minutes, it makes for an ideal accompaniment to a variety of meals, whether you're serving a cozy family dinner or hosting a lively gathering with friends. With only 309 calories per serving, you can serve this dish generously without any guilt. Packed with health benefits, this recipe offers a perfect blend of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates, aligning with your wellness goals while delighting your palate.

Swiss chard is renowned for its bright color and versatility; it’s a powerhouse of vitamins and minerals. Coupled with the natural sweetness of raisins and the nutty flavor of pine nuts, this dish creates a harmonious combination that you won’t want to miss. Experience the sweet and savory dance of flavors that makes this recipe a stellar addition to any meal. Try it tonight and elevate your side dish game!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup golden raisins finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • medium onion finely chopped
  • 2.5 ounces pinenuts 
  • 1.5 pounds swiss chard red (preferably rainbow or ; from 2 bunches)
  • cup water 

Equipment

  • paper towels
  • pot
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Tear chard leaves from stems, then coarsely chop stems and leaves separately.
  2. Toast nuts in oil in a wide 6- to 8-quart heavy pot over moderate heat, stirring constantly, until golden, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes, then transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain and season with salt.
  3. Cook onion in oil remaining in pot, stirring occasionally, 1 minute, then add chard stems and cook, stirring occasionally, 2 minutes.
  4. Add raisins and 1/2 cup water and simmer, covered, until stems are softened, about 3 minutes.
  5. Add chard leaves and remaining 1/2 cup water and simmer, partially covered, stirring occasionally, until leaves are tender, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Serve sprinkled with nuts.

Nutrition Facts

Calories309kcal
Protein7.34%
Fat70.46%
Carbs22.2%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.92
Glycemic Load
5.61
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
28.402608508649%

Flavonoids

Catechin
2.55mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
10.29mg
Myricetin
5.28mg
Quercetin
9.54mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:309.27kcal
15.46%
Fat:26.03g
40.04%
Saturated Fat:2.81g
17.55%
Carbohydrates:18.46g
6.15%
Net Carbohydrates:14.25g
5.18%
Sugar:9.04g
10.04%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:368.08mg
16%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.1g
12.2%
Vitamin K:1429.91µg
1361.82%
Vitamin A:10408.83IU
208.18%
Manganese:2.25mg
112.28%
Vitamin C:53.5mg
64.84%
Magnesium:188.77mg
47.19%
Vitamin E:6.83mg
45.52%
Copper:0.59mg
29.57%
Potassium:858.34mg
24.52%
Iron:4.34mg
24.1%
Phosphorus:198.52mg
19.85%
Fiber:4.21g
16.83%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.83%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.37%
Zinc:1.84mg
12.25%
Calcium:102.62mg
10.26%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.73%
Folate:35.33µg
8.83%
Vitamin B3:1.59mg
7.97%
Vitamin B5:0.39mg
3.95%
Selenium:1.86µg
2.65%
Source:Epicurious