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Roasted Leeks

Have you ever considered making roasted leeks as a side dish? You definitely should! They're sweet, comforting, and full of flavor.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 103 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3-4 large leeks Note 1
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika Note 2
  • ½ teaspoon hot paprika more or less to taste
  • Fine sea salt and ground black pepper
  • 1-2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 430°F/ 220°C.
  2. Clean leeks: Wash the leeks. Trim and discard the roots. Remove the dark green leafy parts (Note 3). Cut the leeks into smaller pieces, about 4 inches/ 10 cm long. Rinse under running water, ensuring you remove all the dirt that may be between the layers of the leek.3-4 large leeks
  3. Cut leeks: Halve the leek pieces lengthwise (See images above). Place them in the roasting tin.
  4. Season: Whisk oil and spices in a small bowl. Pour the mixture over the leeks and massage well with your hands to coat them completely with oil.2 tablespoons olive oil + 1 teaspoon sweet paprika + ½ teaspoon hot paprika + fine sea salt and ground black pepper
  5. Roast them for about 40 minutes. Start checking after 25-30 minutes, about every 5 minutes or so; the roasting time depends on the thickness of the leek halves and your oven. When done, the roasted leeks should be tender and easily pierced with a fork.
  6. Remove the outer leaf before serving. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve as suggested above.1-2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Notes

  • Leeks: You will only need the white and very light green parts. If the leeks are smaller, use more. There's no need to cut them in half lengthwise if they're thin.
  • Spices: Both paprika sorts are optional; you can only use salt and pepper or other spices.
  • Don't discard the dark green parts unless they are very wilted. Use them to make stock and add them to soups, frittata, scrambled eggs, or other dishes. 

Nutrition Information

Serving 1/4 of the dish Calories 103kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 6g Sodium 279mg (12%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 103

% Daily Value*

Serving 1/4 of the dish
Calories 103kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6g 35%
Sodium 279mg 12%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 3g 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.