Charred leeks, softened over direct heat and finished with a splash of good-quality olive oil. A simple, smoky side dish.
Ingredients
trimmed and halved lengthways
to taste
to taste
Health Notes
Leeks are a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, and also provide a decent amount of dietary fibre.
Notes
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by L Field
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
Serves
4
Level
Easy
Method
BBQ
Ingredients
Prepare the Grill
Seasonal Variations
Nutrition (per serving, estimate)
150
kcal
2g
protein
15g
carbs
10g
fat
Values are estimates and vary with portion size and preparation.
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A quick and versatile lemon-tahini drizzle to add a creamy, zesty finish to grilled vegetables or meats.
Get your grill ready for two-zone cooking, with one area of direct, medium-high heat. You want the coals to be glowing, but not flaming. While the grill heats up, toss the halved leeks in one tablespoon of olive oil, ensuring they are lightly coated.
Grill the Leeks
Place the leeks cut-side down directly over the coals. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until you have a good char and the leeks are beginning to soften. Flip them over and cook for a further 5-7 minutes on the other side. They should be tender when pierced with a knife.
Serve
Remove the leeks from the grill and place them on a serving dish. Drizzle with the remaining olive oil and season generously with sea salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper. Serve immediately.
Health Notes
Leeks are a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, and also provide a decent amount of dietary fibre.
Per serving (estimate)
150
kcal
2g
protein
15g
carbs
10g
fat
