Another powerhouse of a food, Swiss chard is a great source of fiber, calcium, potassium, vitamins A and C, beta carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin. Swiss chard is a member of the goosefoot family, a relative of beets, and comes in red and white varieties.

Similar to spinach, Swiss chard is very quick to cook, so be careful not to overcook it.

Swiss Chard Shake

1 x banana
1 x papaya or mango
2 x leaves Swiss chard, stems removed, chopped

Lunch: Swiss Chard and Apple Soup

2 x cups Swiss chard, stems removed, chopped
1/2 apple, seeds removed, peeled and chopped
3/4 cup water, as needed
1 x teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Sea salt
1/2 avocado, seed removed, peeled, chopped

Put Swiss chard, apple, 1/2 cup of water, lemon juice, and salt in a blender and process on medium speed until smooth. Add avocado and process until smooth. Add any additional water to reach the consistency you desire. Serve cool or warm gently and then serve. Serves 2-4.

Dinner: Mediterranean Chard With Quinoa

2 x cups cooked quinoa, cooked according to directions
1 x tablespoon olive oil
4 x cloves garlic, minced
2 x bunches Swiss chard, stems removed, chopped
Juice from lemon
1/4 cup olives, any variety, pitted, chopped
Sea salt and ground pepper

In a large sauté pan, warm olive oil. Add garlic and cook for 2-8 minutes. Add greens and sauté until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and add remaining ingredients. Place 1/2 cup quinoa on plate and top with greens mixture. Serve immediately. Serves 2-4.