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SkinnyMS

Fast and Flavorful Lemon Confit

This lemon confit is quick and easy to make and a versatile condiment to have on hand.
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: Universal
Keyword: Diabetic-Friendly, Gluten-Free, Low-Carb, Quick and Easy
Servings: 30 people
Calories: 70kcal
Author: SkinnyMs.

Ingredients

US Customary - Metric
  • 5 lemons medium, juiced (discard seeds) and peeled as instructed below
  • 3/4 cup olive oil not extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove finely minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions

  • Peel the lemon into long strips with a peeler. Do not include any bitter white pith in the peel. Peel exclusively the yellow exterior. Chop the peelings into smaller pieces if desired.
  • In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup water to a rolling boil, submerge the lemon peels for 20 seconds, and remove.
  • Combine the lemon peels, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and salt, bring to a boil then reduce heat to a low simmer. Simmer for 20-25 minutes or until peelings are soft. Allow to cool.
  • Store Lemon confit in a glass container, cover and refrigerator until ready to serve.

Notes

Serving size includes olive oil

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 70kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 25mg |
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 2
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SmartPoints (Freestyle): 2
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 2