Lunch: Swiss Chard with Raisins and Almonds

Sweet and citrusy with a touch of heat, this side dish would also be a great match for roast chicken or pork.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Lemon

Health and fertility benefits of Swiss Chard with Raisins and Almonds

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to.

Ingredients

1/2 cup dry Sherry
1/2 cup raisins
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup sliced almonds
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
4 bunches Swiss chard, center ribs and stems removed, leaves cut into 2" pieces (about 16 cups)
1 Fresno chile or red jalapeño, seeded, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons (or more) fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

Instructions

Bring Sherry and raisins to a simmer in a small saucepan. Remove from heat; let cool.
Heat oil in a large heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add almonds and cook, stirring frequently, until just beginning to brown, about 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant but not browned, about 1 minute more. Add chard by handfuls to pot, tossing to wilt between additions, and cook until tender, about 4 minutes.
Add raisins with soaking liquid, chile, lemon zest, and 2 teaspoons lemon juice. Season with salt, pepper, and more lemon juice, if desired, and toss to combine.

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