Low Sodium Classic Swiss Chard

Total time22 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time12 min

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Ingredients

4 servings

2 large bunches swiss chard (about 2 lbs), stems and leaves separated
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3 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
¼ tsp red pepper flakes
¼ tsp salt, plus more to taste
Chef's tip
Season to taste - salt substitutes can taste bitter in larger amounts, so start with less.
¼ tsp black pepper
1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

1
Cut the chard stems into 1/2-inch pieces. Stack the leaves and cut them into roughly 2-inch ribbons, keeping stems and leaves in separate piles.
2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add the chard stems and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 4–5 minutes.

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