A simple yet elegant side dish of tender, sweet leeks, charred on the grill for a smoky flavour and finished with the crunch of toasted walnuts.
Ingredients
Trimmed and washed
Roughly chopped
To taste
To taste
Health Notes
Leeks are a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, while walnuts provide healthy omega-3 fatty acids.
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by L Field
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
Serves
4
Level
Easy
Method
BBQ
Ingredients
Notes
Seasonal Variations
Nutrition (per serving, estimate)
150
kcal
4g
protein
15g
carbs
10g
fat
Values are estimates and vary with portion size and preparation.
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Prepare the Leeks
Slice the leeks in half lengthways, keeping the root intact. Rinse them under cold water to remove any grit. Pat dry and toss them with the olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Grill the Leeks
Place the leeks cut-side down over the direct heat of your grill. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until you have a good char. Move them to the indirect heat zone, cover the grill, and cook for another 5-8 minutes until tender.
Toast Walnuts and Serve
While the leeks are on the indirect heat, place the chopped walnuts in a dry pan on the grill (or a side burner) and toast for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Once the leeks are tender, remove them from the grill, arrange on a platter, and scatter over the toasted walnuts before serving.
Health Notes
Leeks are a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, while walnuts provide healthy omega-3 fatty acids.
Per serving (estimate)
150
kcal
4g
protein
15g
carbs
10g
fat
