Sautéed Swiss Chard with Garlic and Balsamic Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-04 · Updated 2026-07-04

Tender Swiss chard leaves lightly sautéed with garlic and finished with a tangy balsamic reduction. This Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs extra-virgin olive oil, garlic cloves, Swiss chard leaves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 70 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 bunch, stalks discarded, leaves cut into 2-inch ribbons Swiss chard leaves
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
2. Step 2: Add 1 bunch of Swiss chard leaves (stalks discarded, leaves cut into 2-inch ribbons) and 1/2 teaspoon salt, stirring to combine. Cook for 5-6 minutes until the leaves are wilted and tender.
3. Step 3: In a small saucepan, pour 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar and simmer over medium-low heat for 5 minutes until it reduces to a thick glaze.
4. Step 4: Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the sautéed chard, season with 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and toss gently before serving.