Description
Bright and flavorful Zesty Lemon Slices that elevate any dish with their refreshing tartness.
Ingredients
Scale
- Fresh lemons
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- Fresh herbs (like thyme or rosemary)
- Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Wash the lemons thoroughly to remove any wax or residue, then slice them thinly, about 1/8 inch thick, discarding the seeds.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil or butter until it shimmers.
- Add the lemon slices, cooking gently for about 3-4 minutes per side until they soften and caramelize slightly.
- Sprinkle in freshly chopped herbs halfway through cooking to infuse their flavors.
- Season with a pinch of salt and a few grinds of black pepper just before removing from heat.
- Serve warm directly from the skillet for the best flavor experience.
Notes
Use a nonstick skillet for best results and keep an eye on the cooking time as it may vary depending on your stovetop’s heat distribution.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sauteing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: lemon, side dish, zesty, Mediterranean, healthy
