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Minty Leek Delight: Refreshing Vinaigrette Salad 🌿
Last Updated: September 21, 2024
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Leek Salad with Vinaigrette 🥗
Recipe Overview:
- Name: Leek Salad with Vinaigrette
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours and 8 minutes
- Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
- Keywords: Vegetable, Vegan, Free Of…, Weeknight, Stove Top, < 4 Hours
- Servings: 4
- Calories per Serving: 201.3
- Fat Content per Serving: 15.4g
- Saturated Fat Content per Serving: 2.1g
- Cholesterol Content per Serving: 0mg
- Sodium Content per Serving: 145.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content per Serving: 16.3g
- Fiber Content per Serving: 2.5g
- Sugar Content per Serving: 5.1g
- Protein Content per Serving: 1.9g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | leeks |
| 1/2 | tomatoes |
| 12 | mint |
| 1 | green onion |
| 1 | fresh lemon juice |
| 1/4 | Dijon mustard |
| 2 | sugar |
| 1/2 | pepper |
| Fresh mint (for garnish) | |
| 1 | lite olive oil |
Instructions:
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Prepare Leeks:
- Steam the leeks for approximately 8 minutes or until tender.
- Drain and dry them thoroughly.
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Prepare Vinaigrette:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the green onion, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, sugar, pepper, and mint.
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Whisk in Olive Oil:
- Slowly and steadily whisk in the lite olive oil until the vinaigrette is well combined.
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Assemble Salad:
- Arrange the warm leeks on a serving platter.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the leeks, ensuring it covers all parts of the leek.
- Sprinkle the tomatoes over the top and arrange the olives.
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Marinate:
- Leave the assembled salad at room temperature for 1-2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
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Garnish:
- Just before serving, garnish the salad with fresh mint sprigs for a delightful finish.
This Leek Salad with Vinaigrette is a refreshing and vibrant dish that makes for a perfect lunch or snack option. With its combination of tender leeks, flavorful vinaigrette, and refreshing mint, it’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Enjoy the simplicity and elegance of this dish, ideal for both everyday meals and special occasions alike!








