Best Easy Bietole Ripassate Recipe

Swiss chard sautéed with garlic and olive oil is a classic vegetarian Italian side. This fresh mediterranean dish is healthy, rich in iron, and a clean eats family accompaniment.

Cook 20 min Difficulty EASY 80 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • Swiss chard 2 lbs
  • Garlic cloves 3 cloves
Seasonings/Sauce
  • Extra virgin olive oil 3 tbsp
  • Kosher salt 0.5 tsp
  • Black pepper 0.25 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 7 g 35%
Protein 3 g 15%
Fat 5 g 50%
Serving size 120g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Wash Swiss chard thoroughly, trim the stems, and chop the leaves and stems separately.

  2. 2

    Bring a large pot of water to a boil and blanch the chopped chard stems for 2 minutes, then add leaves and cook for another 1 minute; drain well and squeeze excess water.

  3. 3

    In a large skillet over medium-low heat, add extra virgin olive oil and thinly sliced garlic; sauté until the garlic is just fragrant but not browned, about 1 minute.

  4. 4

    Add the drained Swiss chard to the skillet and increase heat to medium; toss well to coat with oil and garlic, sautéing for 4–6 minutes until tender.

  5. 5

    Season with kosher salt and black pepper, stir and cook for 1 more minute to blend flavors, then serve hot or warm.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
Swiss chard is the defining ingredient in Bietole Ripassate. It delivers a tender texture and mild, earthy flavor that complements the garlic and olive oil, embodying classic Italian simplicity.
Q. What’s the most important heat control step in this recipe?
Keeping the sauté pan at medium-low heat while blooming the garlic in olive oil is essential; this prevents burning and lets the flavors infuse the oil, which sets the taste base for the sauteed chard.
Q. How do I keep the Swiss chard from becoming soggy?
Drain the blanched Swiss chard thoroughly and squeeze out excess water before sautéing. This helps the leaves absorb the garlic oil and prevents the finished dish from being watery.
Q. How many calories per serving does Bietole Ripassate have?
Each 120g serving of Bietole Ripassate contains approximately 80 kcal, with 7g carbohydrates (35%), 3g protein (15%), and 5g fat (50%) of total calories.
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