Mediterranean Style Leeks with Lemon

Greek-inspired, this is for leek and lemon lovers everywhere. A tasty, full-of-flavor side to accompany a myriad of main dishes. Complements fried and/or grilled fish to a ‘T.’ Can use some of the tender green parts if necessary.

Step: 1

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.

Step: 2

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.

Per Serving: 140 calories; protein 1.8g; carbohydrates 18g; fat 7.3g; sodium 22.9mg.

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