Tag: Chard leaves

According to the Cleveland Clinic, one cup of cooked Swiss chard provides over 477% of the daily value for vitamin K, a nutrient essential for bone health and blood clotting. This versatility extends to how it's prepared, as you can eat both the leaves and stems of the chard, making it a valuable and delicious addition to many meals.

Unlike many leafy vegetables where only the greens are used, all parts of the Swiss chard plant are edible, including both the leafy greens and the colorful, crisp stems. So, what part of the Swiss chard plant do you eat? Both components are delicious, though they require slightly different cooking methods to shine in a variety of dishes.