Lemon Parmesan Swiss Chard
A quick healthy side dish with lemon juice, parmesan, olive oil, and black pepper.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Lemon Parmesan Swiss Chard is fresh, savory, and ready fast. The lemon keeps the greens bright, parmesan adds salty richness, and black pepper gives a simple restaurant-style finish.
This is a perfect side dish for pasta, roasted chicken, fish, steak, eggs, rice, or vegetarian bowls.
Recipe Card: Lemon Parmesan Swiss Chard
Ingredients
- 1 large bunch Swiss chard
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/3 cup shaved or grated parmesan
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Wash and chop Swiss chard.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add Swiss chard stems and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add leaves and cook until wilted.
- Stir in lemon juice and lemon zest.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Top with parmesan and serve warm.
Healthy Tip: Add parmesan at the end so you get bold flavor without needing a large amount.
