Chard

Chard

Vegetable Good year-round
Used in 6 of 203 cuisines (3%)

Vibrant and slightly bitter with a crisp texture, chard captivates with its colorful stems and dark green leaves. This leafy vegetable adds a touch of elegance and nutrition to any dish.

Where it comes from

Chard has Mediterranean origins, dating back to ancient times when it was cultivated both for its culinary and medicinal properties.

In the kitchen

Chard can be sautéed, steamed, or added to soups, contributing a mild, earthy flavor and vibrant color to dishes.

Across cuisines

Chard, with its colorful stems and dark green leaves, is a leafy vegetable known for its slightly bitter taste and crisp texture. It is often used in Mediterranean cuisines, either sautéed or added to soups and stews. Swiss chard is a popular variety, appreciated for its nutritional benefits.

Nutrition (per 100g)

~19kcalCal
~1.8gProtein
~0.2gFat
~3.7gCarbs
~1.6gFiber

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Flavor affinities

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