Braised White Beans with Chard Recipe

Name: Braised White Beans with Chard Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound Swiss chard; 1/3 cup olive oil; 1 medium yellow onion, small dice; 5 medium garlic cloves, finely chopped; Freshly ground black pepper; 4 (15-ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed; 1 1/2 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth; 1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus more as needed; 1/3 cup coarsely chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves; 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar

Servings: persons

1
Trim the ends from the chard stems and discard.
2
Cut off the stems at the base of the leaves and slice crosswise into 1/4-inch pieces; place in a small bowl and set aside.
3
Stack the leaves and cut them into bite-size pieces; set aside.
4
Heat the oil in a Dutch oven or a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat until shimmering.
5
Add the reserved chard stems, onion, and garlic and season with salt and pepper.
6
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have softened, about 8 minutes.
7
Add the chard leaves, beans, broth, and measured salt.
8
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the leaves are wilted and the mixture has come to a simmer.
9
Continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, until the chard is tender and the broth has thickened slightly, about 5 minutes more.
10
Remove from the heat and stir in the parsley and vinegar.
11
Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.

617

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound Swiss chard, 1/3 cup olive oil, 1 medium yellow onion, small dice, 5 medium garlic cloves, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Braised White Beans with Chard Recipe falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!