Warm salad of colorful chard with pine nuts, garlic and feta
4 servings
30 minutes
Warm salad of colorful chard with pine nuts, garlic, and feta is a harmony of flavors and textures, creating a cozy dish with a light Mediterranean accent. Chard's slightly earthy and tender taste is complemented by crunchy pine nuts and aromatic garlic sautéed in olive oil. Feta adds tanginess and creaminess, making the salad even richer. The roots of such dishes can be found in European cuisine, where fresh vegetables and simple yet expressive ingredients combine in perfect balance. This salad can be served as a warm appetizer or a light side dish to main courses. It is perfect for dinner on cool evenings when you crave something warm but not heavy.
1
Cut off the lower tough parts of the chard stems. Slice the large leaves in half lengthwise.
2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add pine nuts and thinly sliced garlic, cooking until golden brown for about 2 minutes. Add chard, 0.5 teaspoons of salt, and 0.25 teaspoons of pepper. Cook, stirring, until the chard stems are tender, about 2-3 minutes.
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Pine nuts: 0.3 glass
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Coarse salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
3
Transfer to a serving bowl, sprinkle with crumbled feta, and serve.
- Feta cheese: 70 g