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Easy Swiss Chard Salad

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A fresh and hearty Swiss chard salad with a crunchy panko-almond topping, sweet currants, salty Parmesan, and a bright lemon-caper dressing. Quick, flavorful, and versatile for everyday meals or special occasions.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (for topping)
  • ⅔ cup panko breadcrumbs (gluten-free if needed)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ⅓ cup chopped raw almonds (unsalted)
  • 1 bunch Swiss chard (12 oz / 340 g), stems removed, leaves sliced thin
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil (for dressing)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons chopped capers, drained
  • ⅛ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ cup dried currants (or cranberries/raisins)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add panko, garlic, and almonds, cooking 3–5 minutes until golden and fragrant. Set aside to cool.
  2. Wash and dry Swiss chard, remove stems, and slice leaves into thin ribbons.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together ¼ cup olive oil, lemon juice, capers, salt, and pepper.
  4. Toss Swiss chard with the dressing until evenly coated.
  5. Fold in dried currants and Parmesan cheese.
  6. Sprinkle crispy panko-almond topping on just before serving.

Notes

  • Use rainbow chard for extra color.
  • Swap Parmesan for Pecorino Romano or feta.
  • Make it vegan by omitting cheese or using a dairy-free alternative.
  • Replace almonds with sunflower or pumpkin seeds for nut-free version.
  • Store topping separately to keep it crispy.

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