Swiss Chard with Garbanzo Beans and Fresh Tomatoes

Beans and greens are a perfect combination, earthy and satisfying. This recipe for Swiss chard with…

Beans and greens are a perfect combination, earthy and satisfying. This recipe for Swiss chard with garbanzo beans, onion, and fresh tomatoes is brightened with lemon juice and makes a perfect vegetarian main dish or a tantalizing side dish for fish or meat.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 shallot, chopped
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1/2 cup garbanzo beans, drained
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 bunch red Swiss chard, rinsed and chopped
• 1 tomato, sliced
• 1/2 lemon, juiced

Directions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Stir in shallot and green onions; cook and stir for 3 to 5 minutes, or until soft and fragrant. Stir in garbanzo beans, and season with salt and pepper; heat through. Place chard in pan, and cook until wilted. Add tomato slices, squeeze lemon juice over greens, and heat through. Plate, and season with salt and pepper to taste.