Bold Swiss Chard – Seeds

Product Description

Swiss Chard seeds perfected for indoor growing.

Our seeds are non-GMO, rigorously tested to ensure that they exceed sanitation and contamination standards, and the varieties we offer are carefully and specifically selected for Urban Cultivator appliances.

Succulent Swiss Chard, also known as spinach-chard or silverbeet, is one of the most popular green leafy vegetables of European origin.

Medicinal and Nutritional Benefits – Insane amounts of vitamin K: Swiss chard is an awesome source of vitamin K with a ginormous 715% of your recommended daily intake (RDI) for just a ½ cup serving. Vitamin K supports bone mineralization and cell growth. It also helps your body form blood clots to stop bleeding after injury or internal hemorrhages.

Culinary Uses – Swiss chard is a great alternative to spinach. Serve Eggs Florentine with sautéed Swiss chard instead of spinach and add chopped Swiss chard to omelets, frittatas and other egg dishes like soufflés. Use Swiss chard in place of spinach when preparing lasagna and other pasta dishes.

Use raw Swiss chard leaves in salads along with arugula and spinach.

Top off a sandwich with a few leaves of Swiss chard.

Add torn Swiss chard leaves to soup just before serving for a boost of colour and nutrients.

Lightly sauté Swiss chard with olive oil, garlic  and either balsamic vinegar or lemon juice for a quick side dish. Seasoned with sea salt and pepper, it can be served alongside grilled fish or chicken

Serve a spicy Swiss chard side dish alongside grilled fish or chicken.

Fun Fact – Contrary to what you might assume,  Swiss chard comes from Sicily, not Switzerland