Celery Free Ginger Swiss Chard
Swiss chard gets a serious glow-up here, cooked down in coconut oil with sliced garlic and freshly grated ginger until everything is silky, fragrant, and deeply savory. The turmeric adds a warm golden hue and subtle earthiness, while coconut aminos and a splash of apple cider vinegar bring a bright, umami-rich finish that makes this side dish genuinely craveable. The technique of cooking the stems first is a smart move — it means every part of the chard is perfectly tender rather than some pieces mushy and others still tough. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end lifts the whole dish and keeps the flavors lively. This is naturally free from celery and celery-derived ingredients across every single component, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out. It comes together in one skillet with pantry-friendly ingredients, making it an easy weeknight side that still feels a little special. Serve it alongside grilled proteins, spoon it over rice, or eat it straight from the pan — no judgment here.
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4 servings
- 2 large bunches swiss chard (about 1.5 lb), stems and leaves separated
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- 1–2 tsp fresh lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Separate the Swiss chard stems from the leaves. Thinly slice the stems crosswise and roughly chop the leaves into 2-inch pieces; keep them in two separate piles.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a large (12-inch) skillet over medium heat until shimmering and fully melted.
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