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Braised Leeks and Fresh Spinach with Feta and Lemon

An image of prepared Braised Leeks and Fresh Spinach with Feta and Lemon made with leeks, Swanson® Chicken Broth, spinach and feta.
  • prep time: 10 min
  • total time: 20 min
  • serves: 4 people

This bright and flavorful Braised Leeks and Spinach recipe is a deliciously light tasting and easy to prepare side dish. The leeks are braised in savory broth that gives them a slightly sweet, delicate flavor that compliments the spinach. Crumbled feta cheese and lemon zest round out the flavor.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 medium leek, trimmed, sliced, and cleaned
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup Swanson® Chicken Broth or Vegetable Broth
  • 8 cups spinach (about 8 ounces)
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Instructions

  • Tips

    • To Clean the Leeks: Trim root end and remove dark tops. Thinly slice leeks and place in a bowl with cold water for 2-3 minutes. Lift the leeks from the water and drain in a colander.
  • Step 1

    Heat the oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat.  Add the leeks and cook and stir for 2-3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

  • Step 2

    Add the broth and heat to a boil. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until leeks are tender and some of the broth has evaporated.  Add the spinach in 2 batches and stir until wilted. Remove from heat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with the feta cheese and top with grated lemon zest.

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Calories 101
Total Fat 7 g
Sat. Fat 3.3 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 17 mg
Sodium 435 mg
Total Carb 4 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Sugar 1 g
Protein 4 g
Vitamin D 1 %DV
Calcium 13 %DV
Iron 11 %DV
Potassium 8 %DV
Calories 101
Total Fat 7 g
Sat. Fat 3.3 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 17 mg
Sodium 420 mg
Total Carb 4 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Sugar 1 g
Protein 4 g
Vitamin D 1 %DV
Calcium 12 %DV
Iron 11 %DV
Potassium 8 %DV

This nutritional information refers to each serving of the entire recipe and not just the products used as ingredients.