Revitalized Swiss Chard with Homemade Croutons
Acelgas con PicatostesThis revamped Swiss Chard with Homemade Croutons maintains the heartiness of the original dish while offering a modern approach. The combination of sautéed Swiss chard and flavorful homemade whole-grain croutons creates a delightful contrast in textures and flavors, perfect as a standalone dish or a side!
Ingredients
For the Swiss Chard:
- 1 pound Swiss chard thoroughly washed and tough stems removed, roughly chopped
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Homemade Croutons:
- 4 slices of whole-grain bread cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Swiss Chard: In a large pot, bring water to a boil.
- Add salt and the chopped Swiss chard.
- Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the chard is just tender.
- Drain well, pressing to remove excess liquid.
- Make the Homemade Croutons: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the bread cubes and toss until they start to turn golden and crispy, about 8-10 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Sprinkle smoked paprika and salt over the croutons, toss well, and remove from heat.
- Combine and Serve: In a serving dish, arrange the cooked Swiss chard.
- Drizzle the chard with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Top the chard with the prepared homemade croutons.
Nutrition values
Calories: 220 kcal