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.
Wash Swiss chard thoroughly, trim the stems, and chop the leaves and stems separately.
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.
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.
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.
Season with kosher salt and black pepper, stir and cook for 1 more minute to blend flavors, then serve hot or warm.