Chipotle Cheddar Chard
The bright assorted colors of rainbow chard are especially lovely in this spicy, cheesy dish. Make a double batch and enjoy it as a quesadilla filling, as we did often in the Test Kitchen for lunch.
Ingredients
  • 2 teaspoons canola oil
  • 1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced
  • 1 pound chard, stems and leaves separated, chopped (see Note)
  • 1 medium tomato, chopped
  • 1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth or water
  • 1/4-1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2/3 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
Directions
1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and chard stems and cook, stirring often, until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Add tomato, broth (or water), chipotle to taste and salt; bring to a simmer. Add chard leaves and cook, covered, stirring once, until just tender, about 2 minutes. Scatter cheese evenly over the chard and cook, uncovered, until the cheese is melted, 1 to 2 minutes more. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Per serving
Calories: 90
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Monounsaturated Fat: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 13mg
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Potassium: 493mg
Sodium: 315mg
Nutrition Bonus: Vitamin K (313% daily value), Vitamin A (100% dv), Vitamin C (30% dv), Magnesium (17% dv).
SERVES: 6
PREP TIME: 25 minutes
TOTAL TIME: 25 minutes
LEVEL: Easy
MEETS THESE GUIDELINES:
Low Calorie
Low Carb
Low Cholesterol
Low Sodium
Healthy Weight
MAKE AHEAD TIP:
Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
RECIPE TIPS:
Note: After washing the chard for these recipes, allow some of the water to cling to the leaves. It helps steam the chard and prevents a dry finished dish.
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