Swiss Chard Bruschetta
This is a heartier side dish; serve with a lighter main dish, such as fish or seafood.
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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8 ounce Swiss chard, coarsely chopped (about 3 cups)
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2 tablespoons water
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Salt and pepper
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
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6 slices French bread, cut diagonally 3/4-inch thick and toasted
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1/2 cup torn arugula or small arugula leaves
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2 ounces garlic-and-herb feta cheese or plain feta cheese, crumbled (1/2 cup)
Directions
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In a large skillet or wok heat the 2 tablespoons olive oil; stir-fry Swiss chard over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Add water and cook 2 minutes more. Add salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat. In a small bowl combine the 1 tablespoon oil and the vinegar, set aside. To serve, divide chard among the pieces of toast. Drizzle with the oil-and-vinegar mixture. Top with arugula and feta cheese. Serve immediately. Makes 6 side-dish servings.
Nutrition information
Calories 164, Total Fat 10 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Sodium 348 mg, Carbohydrate 16 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g. Daily Values: Vitamin C 12%, Calcium 7%, Iron 11%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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