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Candied Lemon Zest

:  November 1997, The Essential EatingWell Cookbook (2004)

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A beautiful—and edible—garnish.


Candied Lemon Zest Recipe

Makes: About 1/3 cup

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Nutrition Profile

Low calorie | Low carbohydrate | Low cholesterol | Low saturated fat | Heart healthy | Healthy weight | Gluten free |

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Ingredients

  • 1 lemon
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup water

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Preparation

  1. With a vegetable peeler, remove long strips of zest (without pith) from lemon; cut into julienne strips. Place in a small saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook for 7 minutes; drain.
  2. Return the strips to the pan and add sugar and 1/2 cup water; return to a simmer. Cook over low heat until the zest is translucent and the syrup is slightly thickened, 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer the zest to wax paper with a slotted spoon; let cool.

Tips & Notes

  • Make Ahead Tip: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.

Nutrition

Per tablespoon: 75 calories; 0 g fat ( 0 g sat , 0 g mono ); 0 mg cholesterol; 20 g carbohydrates; 0 g protein; 0 g fiber; 2 mg sodium; 17 mg potassium.

Carbohydrate Servings: 1

Exchanges: 1 other carbohydrate


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Recipe Categories

Ethnic/Regional
American
Health & Diet Considerations
Low calorie
Low carbohydrate
Low cholesterol
Low saturated fat
Heart healthy
Healthy weight
Gluten free
Ease of Preparation
Easy
Total Time
45 minutes or less
Servings
4
Preparation/ Technique
No-cook
Meal/Course
Brunch
Dessert
Season
Spring
Fall
Winter
Style/Theme
Entertaining, formal
Vegetarian
Type of Dish
Other (non-main dish)
Publication
The Essential EatingWell Cookbook (2004)
November 1997
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