Green Chard & Slivered Carrots

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A vibrant, warm salad featuring tender chard and sweet carrots dressed in spicy olive oil.
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This warm salad highlights the natural sweetness of slivered carrots paired with the earthy bitterness of green chard. The dressing is simple yet bold, using virgin olive oil infused with sliced garlic and dried red chile peppers to provide a gentle, aromatic heat. It’s a perfect side dish for roasted meats or a light, satisfying lunch on its own. The cooking process softens the chard just enough to make it tender while retaining its bright color and nutritional value. Quick to prepare and full of rustic Mediterranean flavor, this dish brings a fresh, home-style vibe to any table. It pairs beautifully with grains like quinoa or barley for a complete vegan meal.

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Green Chard & Slivered Carrots

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 224.9

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This warm salad highlights the natural sweetness of slivered carrots paired with the earthy bitterness of green chard. The dressing is simple yet bold, using virgin olive oil infused with sliced garlic and dried red chile peppers to provide a gentle, aromatic heat. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect side dish for roasted meats or a light, satisfying lunch on its own. The cooking process softens the chard just enough to make it tender while retaining its bright color and nutritional value. Quick to prepare and full of rustic Mediterranean flavor, this dish brings a fresh, home-style vibe to any table. It pairs beautifully with grains like quinoa or barley for a complete vegan meal.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Wash the green chard thoroughly and remove any tough stems; tear or chop leaves into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Peel the carrots and slice them into thin slivers or matchsticks.
  4. Add the slivered carrots to the boiling water and cook for 5 minutes until slightly tender.
  5. Add the chopped chard to the pot with the carrots and blanch for 1-2 minutes until just wilted but still bright green.
  6. Drain the vegetables well and transfer them to a large serving bowl.
  7. In a small skillet, heat the virgin olive oil over medium-low heat.
  8. Add the sliced garlic clove and dried red chile peppers to the oil.
  9. Warm the oil for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not browned, infusing the oil with flavor.
  10. Pour the warm infused oil over the drained chard and carrots.
  11. Toss gently to coat all vegetables evenly with the dressing.
  12. Serve immediately while warm.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 224.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12.9g20%
Saturated Fat 1.9g10%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 10.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 32.0g11%
Dietary Fiber 12.5g50%
Sugars 1.4g
Protein 7.0g15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chard, carrots, salad, vegan, mediterranean, olive oil, garlic, chile, warm salad, vegetable side, healthy, quick dinner, gluten free, spring greens, roasted garlic, simple recipe
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