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Minty Leek Delight: Refreshing Vinaigrette Salad 🌿

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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:

  1. Prepare Leeks:

    • Steam the leeks for approximately 8 minutes or until tender.
    • Drain and dry them thoroughly.
  2. Prepare Vinaigrette:

    • In a mixing bowl, combine the green onion, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, sugar, pepper, and mint.
  3. Whisk in Olive Oil:

    • Slowly and steadily whisk in the lite olive oil until the vinaigrette is well combined.
  4. 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.
  5. Marinate:

    • Leave the assembled salad at room temperature for 1-2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. 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!

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