Heirloom Swiss Chard Mix

Rainbow chard is a leafy green vegetable with red, green, yellow and white stems and veins through the green leaves.  It is rich in vitamins A, C and especially K, and it is also a good source of magnesium, iron and potassium.

The stems are often prepared and eaten separate to the leaf. Swiss chard has the earthy flavour of beet combined with the flavour of spinach.

 A traditional way to prepare chard is to braise or sauté them with garlic or other aromatics. Remove the stems and tear the leaves to use as a base in a salad. A firm favorite is creamed spinach as a side dish or dish on its own. Chard adds well to stews, egg dishes and quiche.