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A bowl of white bean stew with leafy greens, garnished with crumbled cheese and red onion slices. A fork rests on the bowl's edge. Nearby, fresh parsley, a lemon, and pepper flakes sit on a wooden board.
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White Bean Stew with Swiss Chard

White Bean Stew with Swiss Chard is a hearty bowl of healthy, creamy comfort food, quickly cooked in about 20 minutes. Topped with feta and fresh parsley and so incredibly delicious, you'll be making it often!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 272kcal
Author: Stephanie Wilson

Ingredients

  • 1 large bunch swiss chard chopped
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil plus more for drizzling
  • 3 garlic cloves thinly sliced
  • 1 medium red onion thinly sliced
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • ½ to 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 3 (15-ounce) can white beans drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups chicken broth see notes
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • 2 ounces feta cheese
  • 1 cup fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

  • Rinse and chop the swiss chard into bite-size pieces, including the stems. Separate the stems and the leaves; set aside.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and onion, then season to taste with salt and pepper. Cook until the onion is lightly browned, about 4 minutes.
  • Add the tomato paste and a pinch of red pepper flakes, if using, to the onions, stir to coat. Cook until the oil turns vibrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the beans, rinsed and drained, and the swiss chard stems to the pot. Using a wooden spoon or spatula, smash a few beans to create a creamy texture. Then add the broth and season with salt and pepper, if desired. Bring to a simmer and cook until it's reached your desired consistency. The longer it cooks the thicker the stew, about 15 to 20 minutes is perfect for me.
  • Add the chopped swiss chard leaves and lemon juice. Stir to wilt the greens and season to taste. Serve in bowls topped with feta, slices of red onion, and chopped parsley.

Notes

  1. White Beans: Choose a large white bean like cannellini, butter or Great Northern.
  2. Broth: Vegetable broth can be swapped for the chicken broth to keep it vegetarian.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 272kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 59mg | Sodium: 1457mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 6g