Swiss Chard with Cannellini Beans and Tomatoes Boston Globe

Brighten up your dinner table with this vibrant and nutrient-packed recipe for Swiss Chard with Cannellini Beans and Tomatoes, inspired by the Boston Globe. This dish masterfully combines tender, earthy Swiss chard with the creamy richness of cannellini beans and the tangy sweetness of cherry tomatoes, all brought to life with a hint of garlic, red pepper flakes, and fresh lemon juice. Ready in just 35 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired skillet dish is as wholesome as it is flavorful, perfect for a weeknight meal or as a hearty vegetarian side. Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan for an added layer of indulgence, and savor a healthy, easy-to-make recipe bursting with color and classic Italian flavors! Keywords: Swiss chard recipe, cannellini beans, vegetarian skillet dish, cherry tomato recipes, healthy vegetable side

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 bunch Swiss chard
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons Red pepper flakes
• 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup Cannellini beans (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.25 cups Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Thoroughly wash and dry the Swiss chard leaves. Remove the tough stems and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves. Add the garlic to the skillet, sautéing for about 30 seconds, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn it.

Step 4

Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes and stir briefly to release their flavor.

Step 5

Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften and release their juices.

Step 6

Stir in the Swiss chard and cook for 3-5 minutes, until wilted and tender.

Step 7

Add the cannellini beans to the skillet, gently stirring to combine, and cook for 2-3 more minutes until heated through.

Step 8

Season the mixture with salt and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle with fresh lemon juice.

Step 10

Transfer to a serving dish and, if desired, sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(789.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	792.2

Total Fat 46.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 35.7mg	0%
Sodium 2979.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 57.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.4g	0%
Total Sugars 11.4g
Protein 43.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 899.0mg	0%
Iron 8.9mg	0%
Potassium 2085.0mg	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: 51.1%

Protein: 21.0%

Carbs: 27.9%