Wilted Greens With Garlic and Balsamic Vinegar

This simple but delicious side dish can be made with almost any kind of green but my personal favourite is red-veined Swiss chard as the green and red make such a pretty presentation. From Williams-Sonoma Italian Favourites.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 10  cups swiss chard (or use your own personal favourite)
• 3  tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2  tablespoons  balsamic vinegar
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 1  pinch red pepper flakes
•  salt
•  black pepper

Directions

1. Cut the greens into strips 1 inch wide.
2. In a large saute pan over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil.
3. Add the greens and using tongs, toss them until they are wilted but still retain their bright colour, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Add the vinegar, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt and black pepper to taste and toss well.
5. Transfer to a warmed serving bowl and serve immediately.