How to Make Mediterranean Style Leeks with Lemon - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a way to bring some Mediterranean flavor to your dinner table, then this recipe for Mediterranean Style Leeks with Lemon is just what you need. This dish is bursting with bright, fresh flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting out in the kitchen, this recipe is straightforward and simple to follow, making it a great option for any night of the week.

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 2 pounds leeks, white parts only, finely chopped
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-low heat; cook and stir garlic and sugar in the hot oil until garlic is lightly browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Mix leeks into garlic mixture; cook and stir until leeks are lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
  • Drizzle lemon juice over leek mixture; season with salt and pepper. Cover pan and cook over low heat until leeks are tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    140 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 23mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 14mg
    • Calcium: 69mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 209mg