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Steamed Leeks with Burrata

5 from 1 vote
Steamed leeks with burrata and basil is a winning combination that can be served as an appetizer or side dish!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Makes: 4 Servings
Net Carbs: 6.7
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
 

  • 3 large leeks trimmed, halved lengthways, then in half across
  • salt and black pepper
  • 8 oz whole ball of burrata
  • 3-4 fresh basil leaves finely sliced

Equipment

Step-by-Step Instructions
 

  1. Steam the leeks until tender - about 6-8 minutes on high in a microwave vegetable steamer.
  2. Transfer the cooked leeks to a serving platter, then season with salt and black pepper.
  3. Carefully place the burrata on top of the leeks, add a little more black pepper, and garnish with basil.

Nutrition

Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 7.7gProtein: 13gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 510mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2.5gNet Carbs: 6.7g

Notes

6.7g net carbs per serving (quarter of the recipe)

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Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is my best approximation. Net carbs are calculated as the total grams carbs minus the total grams of fiber.

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