Swiss chard is also commonly known as silverbeet, spinach beet, perpetual spinach, crab beet and mangold. Along with other leafy greens and descendants of the beet family, Swiss chard contains high levels nitrates, which been shown to lower blood pressure, reduce the amount of oxygen needed during exercise, and enhance athletic performance.
BUY ITLook for bunches that have dark green leaves and brightly colored stems. Avoid swiss chard bunches that are dried out, split or browning.
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ADD ITSwiss chard is easy to prepare in many different ways — it cooks quite quickly, making it a great option when you need to throw together dinner.
Try it sautéed with garlic, add it to soups and stews, braise, or even eat it raw! |
PREP ITSwiss chard can be eaten raw or cooked. Before using chard, cut leaves away from the stems and wash leaves in cold water. Rinse stems and trim any blemishes. If cooking Swiss chard, stems are tougher than the leaves and require longer cooking time an additional five minutes of cooking.
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