Grilled Leeks with Leek-Tomato Salad and Citrus Dressing Recipe

Name: Grilled Leeks with Leek-Tomato Salad and Citrus Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large leeks; extra-virgin olive oil; salt; 1/2 tsp. lime zest; 1/2 tsp. tangerine or orange zest; 2 tbsp. lime juice; 2 tbsp. tangerine juice; 1 tbsp. soy sauce; 1 pinch crushed red pepper; 1/2 c. fresh corn kernels; 1 c. mixed heirloom cherry tomatoes

Servings: persons

2 large leeks
extra-virgin olive oil
salt
1/2 tsp. lime zest
1/2 tsp. tangerine or orange zest
2 tbsp. lime juice
2 tbsp. tangerine juice
1 tbsp. soy sauce
1 pinch crushed red pepper
1/2 c. fresh corn kernels
1 c. mixed heirloom cherry tomatoes

1
Light a grill.
2
Separate the dark green leek tops from the white and tender green parts.
3
Halve the leek bottoms and run under cold water to remove any grit.
4
Slice the dark green leek tops crosswise 1/2 inch thick, discarding the top inch, and wash well.
5
You should have about 8 cups of the tops.
6
Pat the halved leeks dry.
7
Brush with oil and season with salt.
8
Grill over moderate heat, covered with a bowl, until tender, 18 minutes.
9
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk the citrus zests with the citrus juices, soy sauce and 2 tablespoons of oil.
10
In a skillet, heat 2 more tablespoons of oil with the crushed red pepper.
11
Add the leek tops and cook over high heat, stirring, until softened, 6 minutes.
12
Add the corn and cook for 2 minutes, stirring.
13
Add half of the dressing and cook until evaporated.
14
Scrape into a bowl and let cool slightly.
15
Stir in the tomatoes.
16
Arrange the grilled leeks on plates and drizzle with the remaining dressing.
17
Spoon the leek-tomato salad on top and serve warm.
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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large leeks, extra-virgin olive oil, salt, 1/2 tsp. lime zest, and more.

Yes, Grilled Leeks with Leek-Tomato Salad and Citrus Dressing falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Grilled Leeks with Leek-Tomato Salad and Citrus Dressing

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