Great Swiss Chard Recipe - Amazing Italian Side Dish

Recipe for Italian Swiss Chard and Chickpeas Ingredients: 1 Bunch of Swiss Chard 1 Can Chickpeas 1 Carrot 1 Shallot 3 Garlic Cloves 4 Tbsp Olive Oil 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes 3 Tbsp Water Dash of Paprika 1/2 Lemon Zest + Juice Steps: 1. Rinse 1 bunch Swiss chard, trim rough ends, and separate leaves from stems by slicing along both sides of each stem. 2. Slice stems into ½-inch pieces. Stack, roll, and slice leaves into ½-inch ribbons. 3. Peel and cut 1 carrot into small cubes by slicing lengthwise into planks and then chopping. 4. Slice 1 large shallot into ¼-inch half-moons and roughly chop 3 smashed garlic cloves. 5. Heat 2 Tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté Swiss chard stems and carrots with a pinch of salt for 5 minutes. 6. Add shallots with another pinch of salt, cook until softened. 7. Push veggies aside, add 1 Tbsp olive oil, then garlic and ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional). Cook garlic until lightly golden, then mix all veggies. 8. Add Swiss chard leaves and a pinch of salt. Stir and cook until leaves begin to wilt. 9. Add 3 Tbsp water, cover, and steam greens on medium-low heat for 2–3 minutes until tender. 10. Remove lid, stir in drained chickpeas, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and paprika, and cook 5 minutes to heat through. 11. Remove from heat, stir in zest and juice of ½ lemon, then serve. Optionally top with Parmesan and extra lemon. 00:00 Intro 00:11 Prep Vegetables 01:16 Sauté Vegetables 02:05 Add & Steam Greens 02:33 Wash & Add Chickpeas 03:03 Finish & Plate This recipe for Swiss Chard and Chickpeas is easy to make, and packed with flavor. A classic beans and greens combo that makes for a great side dish.