Sauteed Chard with Almonds and Dried Apricots

By miss5elements

Bits of apricot & nuts add sweetness & crunch.

Prep tip: For a spicier version... substitute escarole for the chard & add crushed red pepper flakes.

Serving tip: Serve alongside salmon, with a side of steamed cauliflower dressed with olive oil & fresh basil.

Per serving: 141 cal, 60% fat cal, 10g fat, 1g sat fat, 0mg chol, 3g protein, 12g carb, 3g fiber, 183mg sodium

Ingredients

• 1 lg bunch (~12 oz) green or red chard, washed
• 2 T EVOO
• 1 small red onion, halved & cut crosswise into thin slices
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 c finely chopped dried apricots
• 1/4 c sliced almonds, lightly toasted

Details

Servings 4
Preparation time 5mins
Cooking time 13mins
Adapted from deliciousliving.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. Remove stems from chard.
2. Chop stems into 3/4" pieces.
3. Stack leaves & cut crosswise, ~ 1/2" wide.
4. In a lg skillet, heat oil over med-high.
5. Add onion & chard stems & saute for 2-3 min, until just tender.
6. Add chard leaves.
7. Using tongs, turn greens to coat w/oil.
8. Sprinkle w/sea salt.
9. Add garlic & chopped dried apricots.
10. Saute for 3-5 minutes, until chard is bright green & just tender.
11. Transfer greens to a serving dish.
12. Sprinkle w/toasted almond & serve immediately.