Easy Braised Leeks
Elevate your side dish game with this Easy Braised Leeks recipe, a simple yet elegant addition to any meal. Featuring tender leeks caramelized to golden perfection in a luscious blend of butter and olive oil, then gently simmered in savory broth with an optional splash of white wine, this dish is bursting with subtle, aromatic flavors. Fresh thyme sprigs infuse the braising liquid with herbal notes, while a final drizzle of bright lemon juice adds a refreshing finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this versatile recipe pairs beautifully with roasted meats, seafood, or plant-based mains. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressive holiday spreads, these melt-in-your-mouth leeks will quickly become a household favorite. Keywords: Easy Braised Leeks, tender leeks recipe, vegetable side dish recipe, flavorful braised vegetable, holiday side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole leeks
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.25 cup white wine (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme sprigs
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
Trim the dark green tops and root ends from the leeks, leaving only the white and light green parts.
Slice the leeks lengthwise and rinse them thoroughly under cold running water to remove any dirt or grit. Pat them dry.
Heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until the butter has melted and is slightly foamy.
Add the leeks to the skillet, cut side down, and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until they start to turn golden brown.
Flip the leeks over and season them with salt and pepper.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and white wine (if using), ensuring the liquid covers about half the height of the leeks.
Add the thyme sprigs to the skillet and bring the liquid to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and let the leeks braise for 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a knife.
Remove the lid and increase the heat slightly to let the liquid reduce for 2-3 minutes, if desired.
Discard the thyme sprigs and drizzle the leeks with lemon juice before serving warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
614 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.7 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.4 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 2120 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.3 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 7.3 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 254 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 834 mg | 18% | |
*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.
