Easy Braised Leeks
Leeks are a member of the same family as onions and garlic, but have a milder and sweeter flavor.
This is vegan, gluten free and low carb recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 8.
Easy Braised Leeks
Ingredients
Instructions
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Trim the leeks, remove the dark green parts and slice them lengthwise.
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Rinse the leeks under cold water to remove any dirt.
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Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
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Add the leeks and garlic cloves to the pan and sauté for 5 minutes.
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Pour vegetable broth into the pan and season with salt and black pepper.
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Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the leeks simmer for 15 minutes.
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Remove the lid and cook for an additional 5 minutes to allow the liquid to evaporate.
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Sprinkle lemon zest and fresh parsley over the braised leeks.
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Serve hot as a side dish or as a topping for salads or sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 120kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 7g11%
- Total Carbohydrate 12g4%
- Sugars 3g
- Protein 2g4%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
