A cozy, creamy, protein‑rich skillet made with sautéed leeks, tender white beans, lemon, herbs, and optional cashew cream. It’s warm, nourishing, and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep.
This skillet is cozy, creamy, and nourishing — the exact Jar of Lemons balance of comfort + health. The leeks melt into a silky base, white beans add plant‑based protein, and lemon brightens everything. cashew cream or coconut milk keeps it dairy‑optional and light.
This skillet is a hydrating, anti‑inflammatory, glow‑boosting beauty meal.
Vegetarian. Flexitarian.
Prep 10 min Cook 20 min Serves 4
Ingredients
2 tbsp olive oil
2 large leeks, cleaned + thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cans (19 oz) white beans, drained + rinsed
1 cup vegetable broth
1/3 cup cashew cream or coconut milk (optional)
1 lemon, zested + juiced
1 tsp turmeric (optional for colour + anti‑inflammatory boost)
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup fresh parsley or dill, chopped
Optional spinach or kale, handful
Instructions
- Sauté the leeks
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced leeks and cook 6–8 minutes until soft and lightly golden. - Add garlic
Stir in minced garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant. - Add beans + broth
Add white beans and vegetable broth. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer. - Make it creamy
Add cashew cream or coconut milk. Stir until the sauce becomes silky and lightly thickened. - Season
Add lemon zest, lemon juice, turmeric (optional), salt, and pepper. Stir to combine. - Add greens
Fold in spinach or kale until wilted, 1–2 minutes. - Finish
Remove from heat and top with fresh parsley or dill. Serve warm.
Beauty Benefits
Leeks
- Prebiotic fibre → supports gut‑skin clarity
- Kaempferol → antioxidant protection
- Vitamin K → improves microcirculation
White Beans
- Plant protein → supports hair + nail strength
- Iron → supports healthy blood flow
- Fibre → supports gut balance → clearer skin
Olive Oil
- Polyphenols → protect against oxidative stress
- Squalene → hydration + glow
Cashew Cream
- Vitamin E → skin barrier support
- Healthy fats → elasticity + moisture
Lemon
- Vitamin C → collagen support + brightness
This skillet is a hydrating, anti‑inflammatory, glow‑boosting beauty meal.
Health Benefits
- High‑protein, plant‑forward
- Naturally gluten‑free
- Anti‑inflammatory turmeric + leeks
- Balanced carbs + healthy fats
- Lemon supports immunity
- Beans support blood sugar stability
Storage
- Refrigerator: 4–5 days
- Freezer: 2–3 months (best without lemon; add after reheating)
- Sauce thickens in the fridge — thin with broth or warm water
Substitutions
White Beans → chickpeas, cannellini, lentils
Cashew Cream → coconut milk, Greek yogurt, oat cream
Leeks → shallots, fennel, green onions
Greens → spinach, kale, Swiss chard
Lemon → white wine vinegar, Meyer lemon
History
White bean skillets originate from Mediterranean home cooking, where legumes, aromatics, and herbs were used to create inexpensive, nourishing meals. Jar of Lemons modernizes the tradition with dairy‑optional creaminess, bright lemon, and plant‑forward leeks — transforming a rustic dish into a modern wellness staple.
I’m Stacey Hobbs, thanks for reading Face by Stace! Until next time.
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