Swiss Chard

Also listed as Chard and Rainbow Chard.

Produce

This is what the ingredient is.

Swiss chard is a leafy green with colorful stems. Labels may say Swiss chard.

Here is why it shows up on the label.

It is sautéed and used like spinach.

Here is what food agencies say.

FDA produce rules apply.

Here is what research has found.

Leafy greens can appear in pathogen recalls.

Here are a few things worth knowing.

Wash stems and leaves.

Sources

  • FDA Food Labeling
  • USDA FSIS
  • FDA Recalls

How to read this page

We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.

v1.0Updated 9/21/2026