swiss chard and white beans on white plate with fork

This ultra-simple – and ultra nourishing! – Swiss chard and white bean saute is ready in just 15 minutes and it’s the perfect thing whether you need an easy veggie side dish or you just want to sit down to a comforting bowl of goodness.

swiss chard and white beans on white plate with fork
Craving simple nourishingment? This Swiss chard and white bean saute will set you right!

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I could live on this kind of food. I kind of do live on this kind of food. If I’m not cooking for my family, I live for a simple meal that’s packed with veggies…and beans + greens is one of my go to moves.

Swiss chard doesn’t get nearly as much attention as kale (and it should!!) so I wanted to share a recipe that shows you just how easy it is to throw together something delicious and nutrient-dense. Even if you’re tired, you can get this meal together and be on the couch watching Netflix before you know it.

It may be simple, but it is super satisfying…and it would make a delicious brunch with some good bread or a more robust dinner served over a cooked grain (wheat berries would be perfect or go for millet so it’s gluten free) and if you fancy eggs, #putaneggonit.

More recipes to help you eat more Swiss chard:

swiss chard and white beans on white plate with fork

Simple Chard and White Bean Saute

Super easy and simple recipe that includes nutrient-dense foods AND you can get this ready while watching some Netflix!
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Ingredients

  • 1 bunch chard, greens sliced, stems reserved and chopped, (or your favourite cooking green)
  • 1 can navy beans, (or other soft white bean)
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed or finely grated
  • 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, (or more…I like more)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin

Instructions 

  • Heat oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Add chard stems, garlic, cumin and white beans and sauté until stems soften, about 5 minutes.
    (Bonus points: crank up the heat and let the beans caramelize a bit!)
  • Add chard greens and cook until wilted. Season to taste.

Photo Credit: Melissa Quantz