Blitva

Bring the taste of the Adriatic coast to your table with Blitva, a traditional Croatian side dish that delivers rustic simplicity and bold flavors. This wholesome recipe pairs tender Swiss chard and creamy potatoes with the richness of garlic-infused olive oil for a harmonious blend of taste and texture. Requiring just a few pantry staples, Blitva comes together in under 40 minutes, making it an easy yet impressive addition to any meal. Perfect alongside grilled fish, roasted meats, or as a vegetarian centerpiece, this Mediterranean classic is naturally gluten-free, vegan-friendly, and brimming with nutrients. If you're craving a dish that's as healthy as it is flavorful, Blitva is a must-try recipe that embraces the beauty of simple, fresh ingredients.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Swiss chard
• 500 grams Potatoes
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Pepper
• 1 liter Water

Directions

Step 1

Wash the Swiss chard thoroughly under cold running water to remove any grit. Separate the stems from the leaves and chop both into bite-sized pieces, keeping them separate as the stems require longer cooking.

Step 2

Peel the potatoes and cut them into medium-sized chunks, roughly 2-3 cm in size.

Step 3

Bring 1 liter of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.

Step 4

Add the potatoes to the boiling water and cook for about 15 minutes, or until they are fork-tender but not falling apart.

Step 5

While the potatoes are cooking, finely chop the garlic cloves and set them aside.

Step 6

Once the potatoes have cooked, add the Swiss chard stems to the pot. Allow them to cook for 5 minutes.

Step 7

After 5 minutes, add the Swiss chard leaves to the pot. Cook everything together for another 2-3 minutes until the leaves are wilted but still bright green.

Step 8

Drain the potatoes and Swiss chard in a colander, ensuring all the water is removed.

Step 9

In the same pot, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 10

Return the drained Swiss chard and potatoes to the pot. Gently toss everything together to coat with the garlicky olive oil.

Step 11

Season with freshly ground pepper and adjust salt to taste, if needed.

Step 12

Serve Blitva warm as a side dish with grilled fish, roasted meats, or as part of a vegetarian meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1571.8 grams (1571.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	857

Total Fat 42.60g	55%
Saturated Fat 6.70g	34%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2443mg	106%
Total Carbohydrate 108.80g	40%
Dietary Fiber 11.30g	40%
Total Sugars 5.90g
Protein 13.10g	26%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 151mg	12%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 2712mg	58%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.0%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 50.0%