Sauteed Garlic & Greens

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4.4 of 5 (72)

Nutritional Info

Servings Per Recipe: 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 104.9

Total Fat: 3.8 g
Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
Sodium: 776.6 mg
Total Carbs: 15.4 g
Dietary Fiber: 7.5 g
Protein: 6.8 g

View full nutritional breakdown of Sauteed Garlic & Greens calories by ingredient

Introduction

Swiss chard is a heart-healthy leafy green that everyone should include in their diet. This recipe is an excellent source of calcium, so you'll build bone with every bite. Swiss chard is a heart-healthy leafy green that everyone should include in their diet. This recipe is an excellent source of calcium, so you'll build bone with every bite.

Minutes to Prepare: 20

Minutes to Cook: 13

Number of Servings: 8

Ingredients

6 cloves garlic, sliced

2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil

16 c (packed) stemmed and roughly chopped Swiss chard (about 5 large bunches)

1/2 tsp red-pepper flakes

1/2 tsp kosher salt

Directions

1. Heat garlic and oil in large skillet over medium-low heat until garlic begins to turn golden, about 3 minutes. Transfer mixture to small bowl and set aside.

2. Place greens, red-pepper flakes, and salt into the skillet. Using tongs, turn greens until wilted enough to fit in pan. Raise heat to medium and cover. Cook 7 to 10 minutes, tossing.

3. Transfer greens to a colander to drain. Return greens to pan and toss with reserved garlic and oil mixture.

Refrigerate leftover greens in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Number of Servings: 8

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user KINKYBOOTSNO1.

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Member Ratings For This Recipe

MEGS5939

Very Good

7 of 7 people found this review helpful

I have also made this with spinach or add vinegar which is good as well. My mom has made this for us since we were little. - 4/11/08
TERRIJ7

Incredible!

5 of 5 people found this review helpful

I make this all the time with various greens. You can add fresh mushrooms and top with parmesan cheese too! - 1/29/09
HAVELIN5

Incredible!

5 of 5 people found this review helpful

I made this twice already, once with spinach and once with kale. I can't wait to try swiss chard. I need to watch the sodium in my diet so I skipped the salt and still thought the recipe was extremely flavourful. Thanks for this! - 5/1/08
IACTA_ALEA_EST

Incredible!

4 of 5 people found this review helpful

Healthy - and I have all the ingredients but the greens. Here's a reason to shop. - 6/20/08
LAURADNYC

Very Good

4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Yummy! - 5/12/08
MOMMAWOLF2

Very Good

4 of 4 people found this review helpful

This was great. I used spinach and added mushrooms. I ate it for lunch - 4/21/08
CRZYLLAMA71

Very Good

4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Thank you for using lots of garlic. it makes up for the lack of salt porkin tradtional greens recipes. I like to use roasted garlic as its really mellow and my 2 year old will eat it. - 4/17/08
MKLEASON

Incredible!

4 of 5 people found this review helpful

We loved it. My 11 yr old daughter, who loves galic liked it. My husband put pepper, butter & more red pepper on. The rest of us eat it as it was prepared. When making, I used double the galic. - 4/14/08
BASTAPASTA

4 of 5 people found this review helpful

I grew up eating this and absolutely love it. Swiss chard is very easy to grow in a backyard garden. Spinach is a good alternative as well. I use lots of garlic and red pepper and often use it to make a sandwich with crusty bread for a great lunch or dinner. - 4/11/08
CD1752179

Incredible!

4 of 4 people found this review helpful

I make this at least 3-5 times a week using different greens -- collards, kale, rapini, red chard -- all tasty and healty. - 4/11/08
FLIGHTLESSBIRDS

3 of 4 people found this review helpful

I make something similar with kale but I usually caramalize some onions then add the garlic then just throw all the kale on top (too lazy to cook it separately first). Also throw on some liquid smoke and lemon juice. soooooo delicious and feels like eating pure healthiness. - 4/11/08
DAMIENDUCKS

Very Good

3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I made this to go with yam fries--it was very good, but next time I'll use more galic and pepper, as it was a little mild for my tastes. Still quite good though...swiss chard rocks! - 4/11/08
GWYNNEVERE.

Incredible!

3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Love it with cottage cheese over a baked sweet potato. - 4/25/07
CATFANCIER

Incredible!

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

This was excellent without the salt. Swiss chard is a very high-sodium vegetable to begin with, and doesn't need added salt. - 3/18/10
WENDIQ

2 of 3 people found this review helpful

I, too, have made this for years, with every green you can think of.....always a hit!!! Garlic is a wonderful seasoning!!!! - 3/18/10
BERTHAR

2 of 3 people found this review helpful

Sounds great, will give it a try!!! - 9/29/09
JEFONDE

Incredible!

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

love this side order!!! one of my favorites!!!!!!!! - 8/16/09
AGIACOLINO

Good

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I was surprised by how it tasted. It was good. - 4/29/08
LOSER190

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

This was the best I made it with boneless chicken and a cucumber salad The best. - 4/14/08
FITNUT77

Very Good

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Excellent side dish! I made this with hake fillets. Very tasty. Will make again. - 4/11/08
IPNINEWS

Very Good

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

OH YEAH! This is like a dish at my favorite ethiopian restaurant. SO GOOD! - 4/11/08
VEGGIEMAMA3

Incredible!

2 of 3 people found this review helpful

I do make this and add muchrooms with a little olive oil .
great tasting and looks good too. - 4/11/08
PCOLABEACHBUM

Very Good

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

This was good, I did add more garlic and red pepper. I also used red chard b/c that is all there was in the organics section. - 9/1/07
MAKEOVER3

Very Good

2 of 3 people found this review helpful

I have been making this recipe for years, I add tomatoes to mine - 8/28/07
DEMURALIST

Incredible!

2 of 3 people found this review helpful

I used Kale, and after I washed the greens, while they still had the water on them, I microwaved them for 3 minutes, fit in the skillet better and no need for the final 7 to 10 minutes of cooking. I could live on this stuff. - 8/27/07
JUNIPERBERRY

2 of 3 people found this review helpful

Just wanted to point out, in Australia, Swiss Chard is also known as Silverbeet. Perhaps that is the UK name as well? Recipe looks scrumptious! I'm going to try it. - 8/22/07
SLHA0659

Very Good

2 of 3 people found this review helpful

Cut back on the oil, by more than half, and add a generous squeeze of lemon or lime at serving. Boosts the calcium absorbtion and allows the body to absorb the natural iron in the Chard... and it tastes devine! - 8/21/07
FURPRINCESS

2 of 3 people found this review helpful

Yes, spinach would work or even a combination of the two, but spinach would require slightly less cooking time. - 8/21/07
JULIEIRENE

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

I'm excited to try this! I just got some fresh red chard from the local farmer's market and I've never had it before. This will be a great recipe to try! - 8/10/09
FAVOREDLADY

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

sounds good - 4/11/08
SMITH012

Very Good

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

Sounds great! I will try it this weekend! - 4/11/08
BELLEANDBUG

Very Good

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I liked this alot - 4/11/08
CD3011801

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

it sounds really good. I have never tried swiss chard but i love veggies .I will give this a try. - 4/11/08
KELLY48647

Very Good

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Sounds great, can't wait to try it. - 4/11/08
MIQUELLE1

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

Sounds Great!!! - 4/11/08
BACKMOON

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

sounds good. I'm going to try it. - 4/11/08
DEEPLEY

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

Yumm, now I have an idea for lunch. Thanks! - 4/11/08
TAMINGDRAGONS

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

This sounds amazing! I´m going to make it a favorite! - 4/11/08
JIBBIE49

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

sounds good - 4/11/08
CD1889304

Incredible!

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

Made this with spinach! Thanks for a super recipe! - 4/11/08
RETRACMJ

Incredible!

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

I added a dusting of feta cheese. It is great! - 4/11/08
CHARDONAY02

Very Good

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Tasty! - 4/11/08
CUDDY521

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

I I will give this a try, sounds good ! - 4/11/08
BONSTERBONNIE

Very Good

1 of 3 people found this review helpful

I am anxious to give this a try. Sounds fabulous. - 4/11/08
GREFFETE

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I make this with Spinach and less oil but am going to try the swiss chard tonight - 2/20/08
COCKTAIL3ASAL

1 of 3 people found this review helpful

I love garlic, I will try it today - 1/19/08
MYSAMMY

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

This is great plain or with just about any kind of cheese!
- 10/11/07
STERNENFEE

Very Good

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This sounds great, I have long been looking for a neat way to include swiss chard into my diet, I had it once and loved it but for some reason never had it again. Now this will change! - 9/2/07
BUSTERANDLULU

Incredible!

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

have made this for years--you can add as little or as much garlic as you want...really good! - 8/24/07
FFRSKI

Very Good

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

I've made this for years, but add sauteed onions to my recipe. Delicious! - 8/22/07
CANDY_29

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

tried this the way listed, but enjoyed the spinach version more. a bit more mild with the spinach. - 8/21/07
RHONDAALICEA

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

Haven't made it yet. Sounds good. I'll try it. - 8/21/07
MIAJOY1

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I would like to make this as it sounds really good. I like greens very much. However, cannot find swiss chard--would spinach work just as well? - 8/21/07
RICHLADY39

Very Good

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

sounds great, can't wait to try it... - 8/21/07
SUNSHINESMOM

Very Good

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I love greens! I put a little more red pepper flakes in mine. - 8/21/07
NANANANCY2

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

I have made this recipe for years, but have sauteed onion with the garlic. Have never tried red pepper flakes. I'm sur this will be delicious too. This recipe works with beet greens and kale too. - 8/21/07
KINNEAR2

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Really loved this recipe, will make again - 8/21/07
NOMOWALE

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Exceptional!!! - 8/21/07
4CONNIESHEALTH

Incredible!

Love it! - 5/9/21
CD2693807

why does everyone feel the need to add pepper flakes to their dish... adding heat/spice does not necessarily make it better - 3/20/21
BONNIE1552

Nice - 9/16/20
ELRIDDICK

Very Good

Thanks for sharing - 5/26/20
CHERYLHURT

Excellent - 12/27/19
SRIVERS1

Incredible!

This was very good. Make it for Thanksgiving for hubby and me. He loved it. - 11/29/19
REDROBIN47

I'm not too fond of greens but this sounds good. I will give it a try. - 5/20/19
CATHY629

I will definately try this recipe,it sounds tasty,i have been looking for some new ideas on how to cook dark green leafy vegetables as they contain lutein which is good to keep your eyes healthy. - 8/17/11
KFCOOKE

Incredible!

Great way to cook all kinds of greens. Very good! - 2/20/11
MEMAFOSTER

I have made this recipe using spinach and it is absolutely delicious. I bought Swiss Chard just last week out of curiousity and I will probably cook it this way tonight. Thanks for the recipes! - 2/1/11
CD8040942

O.K.

Honestly, I didn't think this recipe was anything special (sorry !) I made it with collard greens, so perhaps that is why. I don't think I would make it again. - 12/1/10
HRSMCALVEY

Incredible!

I make this recipe all the time. I add lemon juice, red wine vinegar, a little sesame oil and fresh Parmesan cheese for a richer, Asian-twist. Freaking delicious. - 11/11/10
AMANDAWELL

Incredible!

Just made for dinner to go along w/ some pesto pasta. Absolutely delicious and we added mushrooms. Can't wait to make again and again! - 11/9/10
GINGEMBRE

Incredible!

I cooked Swiss chard this way for breakfast today as a healthy side dish to accompany poached eggs. Yum! What a wonderful way to start our day! Thank you for the recipe. - 7/19/10
FANESSLADYRED

NICE - 6/12/10
SUGARBRITCHEZ

I've never had swiss chard...What's the taste/texture like? Spinach, turnip greens, kale??? - 3/25/10
BREEZEMO

Good

This recipe can also be done with Organic black Kale...Ummmmm - 3/20/10
ROYALTY1022

Yum, thanks. - 3/19/10
STARTWME

0 of 1 people found this review helpful

I'm going to make this this weekend. - 3/19/10
STARLING6

My mother use to make this for us in the 1940's. Just swetted onions, not much garlic grown in New Zealand then, and added the sesonal leafy greens. Cooked slowly it will caramelise on it's own, no need for oil. Over the years I have cooked leafy greens this way and most children & adults love them. - 3/19/10
WULFIE2

Incredible!

I love spinach and swiss chard but kale? Never thought of that -sounds great and will try! Love all the other tips-yam fries-wow-sounds really good. - 3/18/10
SV6MILE

Very Good

Yum! I made it with Sesame Oil instead of olive oil and added onions, scratched the salt. Delish! - 3/18/10
KIPPERJAZ

0 of 1 people found this review helpful

I will give this a try with the spinch as I am not a lover of swiss chard. Sounds really good. - 3/18/10
MARYLQ11

I've made this recipe often with a splash of lemon - 3/18/10
ASTROGRANNY

love it - 3/18/10
ITISFREE

Incredible!

I found that this is one of my favorite veggie dishes. I have been making a recipie like this for years now but I like yours just as much. - 3/18/10
WALKERSSS

Incredible!

Delish and lots of nutrition. I love hearing the suggestions under the comments! - 3/18/10
ANDY13

sounds pretty good, liked the fact that someone else tried with kale which I just got some of as a new-to-us green to try, so will be doing this one - 3/18/10
JUHOEG

delicious - 3/18/10
TRISHAJANE2

0 of 1 people found this review helpful

i will try this, sounds very tasty and will let u no - 3/18/10
CMFARRELL36

Very Good

0 of 1 people found this review helpful

Definitely want to give this a try. I'm always looking for something different for greens - this should hit the spot. - 1/24/10
DOTZZ24

0 of 1 people found this review helpful

I too enjoy swiss chard with oil and garlic. The only different thing I do is to add damp swiss chard to the oil and garlic, yes it spatters at first, but then irs fine. - 4/11/08
MARGESLP

Incredible!

0 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is in so many ethnic cuisines. I love it. I don't know why Kheal1 thinks so 1/2 tsp. salt is not heart healthy or can't be reduced. - 4/11/08
SHELTIELADY

0 of 1 people found this review helpful

I agree that the numbers are off. Look at the sodium. Sounds wonderful but that is almost 2/3rds of my daily sodium intake so am afraid to try it. - 4/11/08
GRANMABOAT

0 of 1 people found this review helpful

candy is right. Spiniach is good. I have also used cabbage. - 4/11/08
CINDYSUE48

Very Good

0 of 1 people found this review helpful

looks like your nutritional info is off? 2 c raw Sw Chard is about 3g carb with 1g protein and 0g fat....but cooked Sw chard is 14g carb. Since your measurement starts off with raw chard, that's what should be used in calculating nutritional info? Or am I missing something? - 4/11/08
KHEAL1

0 of 2 people found this review helpful

way to much sodium for heart healthy - 4/11/08
CULLEN7

Very Good

0 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have made this before just as an experiment as i live both greens and garlic. I added soy sauce which was nice. Keen to try it again but probably with less oil. - 4/11/08
RABBITAQUI

0 of 1 people found this review helpful

that one hot salad - 4/11/08
IRENEGA

Bad

0 of 6 people found this review helpful

coumadin? - 8/22/07

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