Sauted Green Apples and Leeks
Elevate your side dish game with this flavorful recipe for Sautéed Green Apples and Leeks, a delightful balance of sweet, tart, and savory flavors. Featuring crisp Granny Smith apples, tender leeks, and aromatic thyme, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 25 minutes. Cooked in a rich blend of butter and olive oil, the apples soften to perfection while maintaining their shape, and the leeks add a subtle, caramelized sweetness. A touch of lemon juice brightens the dish, making it an ideal accompaniment for roasted meats or as a vegetarian side. Perfect for everything from weeknight dinners to holiday feasts, this nutritious and beautifully golden side dish is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Green apples (Granny Smith recommended)
- 2 medium Leeks
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Wash and peel the green apples. Core them and slice them into 1/4-inch thick wedges.
Trim the dark green tops and root ends off the leeks. Slice the leeks lengthwise, rinse thoroughly to remove any dirt, and slice them into thin half-moons.
Heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until the butter is melted and starts to sizzle.
Add the sliced leeks to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become soft and lightly caramelized.
Add the apple slices to the skillet, and sauté for another 5-7 minutes, stirring gently, until the apples are just tender but still hold their shape.
Sprinkle in the thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the mixture, stir briefly, and remove from heat.
Transfer the sautéed green apples and leeks to a serving dish. Serve immediately as a warm side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
666 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.5 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.2 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1372 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.1 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.2 g | ||
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 159 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 853 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.
