Baked Swiss Chard with Olive Oil and Parmesan

Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible Baked Swiss Chard with Olive Oil and Parmesan. This easy yet elegant recipe transforms fresh, nutrient-rich Swiss chard into a golden, tender delight, thanks to its perfect pairing with fragrant garlic, rich olive oil, and a crispy Parmesan-breadcrumb topping. It’s a wholesome and flavorful way to enjoy leafy greens, with just 15 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes in the oven. Bursting with savory, cheesy goodness, this baked dish is the ultimate blend of comfort and nutrition, making it a star addition to any dinner table. Perfectly seasoned and oven-baked to perfection, it’s a versatile recipe that shines as a crowd-pleasing side dish or a light vegetarian main.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 bunch Swiss chard
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.33 cups Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 cups Breadcrumbs

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Wash the Swiss chard thoroughly, pat dry, and separate the stems from the leaves. Chop the stems into small pieces and roughly chop the leaves.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped Swiss chard leaves and stems with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Toss until coated evenly.

Step 4

Transfer the Swiss chard mixture to a greased baking dish, spreading it out in an even layer.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix together the grated Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the Swiss chard in the baking dish.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are golden brown and the Swiss chard is tender.

Step 7

Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(271.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	529.5

Total Fat 39.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 29.3mg	0%
Sodium 2191.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 30.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.2g	0%
Total Sugars 3.8g
Protein 18.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 408.1mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 692.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.4%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 22.5%