Sauteed Swiss Chard with Peas

A simple side for seafood, fish, and meat

If you need a new and easy vegetarian side dish recipe, then you're at the right place. These are the top reasons why we like this one so much:

• swiss chard and spinach are full of flavor and vitamins, not overcooked
• the peas are sweet, fresh, with a beautiful texture
• the vegetables are sauteed in a lovely buttery, slightly acidic (thanks to the lemon) sauce 
• this is a fantastic side dish for roasts, seafood, and fish
• this side dish is gluten-free, vegetarian, light, and healthy

How to make Sauteed Swiss Chard with Peas at home

The whole recipe takes about 10 minutes. This is how we make it:

1. Clean the vegetables.
2. Add swiss chard and spinach to a large skillet with oil. Saute.
3. Add the water, frozen peas, and cook for a couple of minutes.
4. Season, add the butter and lemon juice.
5. Serve with your favorite roast or fish.

What to serve with Swiss Chard with Peas

Sauteed Swiss Chard with Peas is a simple side dish and an excellent healthy alternative for sides that go amazingly well with seafood, fish, and meat. We love serving it with:

• Boneless Pork Loin Roast with Sage and Garlic
• Lamb Shoulder
• Perfectly Crispy Roast Chicken
• Squid and other seafood
• Grilled fish

Storing

It's best to serve this Sauteed Swiss Chard with Peas immediately. If you happen to have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container. Place in the fridge for up to a day. Before serving, reheat well. 

Try these delicious vegetable side dish recipes too

• Creamiest Mashed Cauliflower
• Oven Roasted Squash with Chickpeas and Yogurt
• Grilled Asparagus with Hazelnuts and White Beans
• Orange Glazed Carrots
• Rosti (Potato and Zucchini Fritters)
• Roasted Butternut Squash with Pancetta and Chestnuts