Are you tired of the same old boring vegetable side dishes? Get ready to revolutionize your grilling game with these irresistible Grilled Swiss Chard Corn Bites! This recipe transforms humble Swiss chard into a culinary masterpiece that's bursting with flavor, texture, and nutrition. With a perfect balance of crispy corn, charred greens, and zesty parsley pesto, these bites are about to become your new obsession - guaranteed to impress even the pickiest eaters and elevate your cooking skills from ordinary to extraordinary!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 bunch Swiss chard
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1/2 cup parsley pesto
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for grilling
Instructions
- Prepare the Swiss chard by washing thoroughly and patting dry. Remove the tough stems and chop the leaves into roughly 2-inch pieces.
- If using fresh corn, remove kernels from the cob. If using frozen corn, thaw completely and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- In a mixing bowl, combine corn kernels with breadcrumbs, adding a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper. Mix well to ensure even coating.
- Brush each Swiss chard leaf with olive oil on both sides, ensuring light and even coverage.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, around 400°F (204°C).
- Place Swiss chard leaves on the grill, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side until edges are slightly charred and leaves become tender.
- Remove grilled chard leaves and immediately top with corn and breadcrumb mixture.
- Drizzle parsley pesto generously over the grilled leaves, ensuring even distribution.
- Serve immediately while still warm, garnishing with additional fresh parsley if desired.
Tips
- Choose fresh, vibrant Swiss chard with crisp leaves for the best grilling results.
- Pat ingredients completely dry to ensure proper charring and prevent soggy texture.
- Use a grill pan if outdoor grilling isn't possible - cast iron works best for achieving those beautiful grill marks.
- Don't overcrowd the grill - give each chard leaf space to cook evenly.
- Experiment with different pestos (basil, cilantro) for unique flavor variations.
- Serve immediately after grilling to maintain optimal crispness and temperature.
- For extra crunch, toast breadcrumbs lightly before mixing with corn kernels.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 5mg
