Creamy Swiss Chard with Coconut - Vegetarian

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: almond milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while almond milk is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point, while canola is budget-friendly.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried cilantro

Parsley is a common substitute for fresh herbs, and dried cilantro is often cheaper.

ginger

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: ground ginger

Turmeric offers health benefits and ground ginger is more affordable.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add chopped swiss chard stems and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.

Incorporate the swiss chard leaves and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes.

Pour in coconut milk and vegetable broth, stirring to combine.

Season with red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to taste.

Simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Add lime juice and stir to combine just before serving.

Garnish with fresh cilantro and toasted coconut flakes.

Drizzle with sesame oil for added flavor.

Cooking Techniques

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