Fried Cucumbers With Leeks

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Ingredients

  • 2 medium cucumbers
  • 4 cups leeks, julienned
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
  • salt & freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Thinly slice the cucumbers and layer on paper towles to absorb the moisture, allow to drain for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Trim off the root end of the leeks and discard; juliienne the white part of the leeks only, discarding the dark green tops; Rinse the leeks in cold water and drain very well.
  3. Heat a large non-stick frying pan and add oil, butter, and cucumbers; Saute over medium-high heat for 5 minutes, tossing ALL the time.
  4. Brown the cucumbers and add the leeks and parsley, saute for 2 to 3 minutes more, until the leeks collapse, add salt and pepper to taste, serve.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

524 kcal 26% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8.2g 16% DV
Total Fat 51.4g 66% DV
Carbs 13g 5% DV
Fiber 8.6g 31% DV
Sugar 0.9g 2% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9849.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 1633mg 35% DV
Cholesterol 75mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 11.3mcg 1% DV
Vitamin C 39.1mg 43% DV
Calcium 61.3mg 5% DV
Iron 14mg 78% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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