Although Swiss chard is a highly nutritious vegetable which is commonly used in Mediterranean cooking, it is a vegetable which is often overlooked. The versatility of Swiss chard is outstanding, as it can be used in salads, soups and stir-fries. It comes in many varieties and colors, including red, green and rainbow. Swiss chard makes an excellent colorful alternative to the usual spinach. Swiss chard is high in Vitamins A, K and C, and also provides your body with other nutrients such as calcium, magnesium, potassium, iron, Vitamin E, riboflavin, Vitamin B6, and manganese. It is also known to help with vision and lung health, prevent cancers of the digestive tract, protect the kidneys in diabetics, and support the cardiovascular system. Swiss chard is usually in season from May through August, and beautiful bunches have been appearing in my weekly CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) share. Although I have been enjoying it in my soups and salads, I found this awesome recipe for Sicilian Swiss Chard Over Quinoa from the Vegetarian Times. I have made it several times, and it’s a real keeper. It’s also a great one-dish meal which makes an extremely colorful presentation, and even looks beautiful while cooking. - See more at: http://veganamericanprincess.com/all-about-swiss-chard-with-2-great-recipes/#sthash.GP52LV42.dpuf
