Spanish inspired Swiss Chard with Chickpeas
Serves 4
Nutrition per serving– calories: 209, fat: 8g, carbohydrates: 25g, protein: 10g, fiber: 6g, sugar: 2g, sodium: 963mg
2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of dried chili flakes
Small pinch of saffron (optional)
1 (15-ounce) can of diced tomatoes
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound rainbow chard, stalks sliced into ½ inch pieces, and leaves into 2 inch pieces
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the paprika, cumin, cinnamon, red pepper flakes, and saffron (if using) and cook for 30 seconds. Add the tomatoes, chickpeas, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper and cook, stirring until the mixture is slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
Add the chard stems and cook for 5 minutes. Add chard leaves, cover, and cook until wilted, stirring occasionally. Remove cover and continue to cook until leaves are tender, about 3 minutes. Season and cook for additional 2-3 minutes until tender. Transfer to a bowl.