Roasted Leeks with Yogurt and Shaved Toasted Walnuts Recipe

Name: Roasted Leeks with Yogurt and Shaved Toasted Walnuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup plain Greek yogurt; 1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest; 1 teaspoon minced marjoram; 1 teaspoon sugar; Kosher salt; Freshly ground pepper; 1/4 cup walnut halves; 6 very fresh leeks, white and light green parts only, trimmed and halved lengthwise; Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Servings: persons

1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon minced marjoram
1 teaspoon sugar
Kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup walnut halves
6 very fresh leeks, white and light green parts only, trimmed and halved lengthwise
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1
Preheat the oven to 375.
2
In a small bowl, blend the yogurt with the lemon zest, marjoram and sugar.
3
Season with salt and pepper and mix well.
4
Spread the walnuts in a small cake pan and toast in the oven for 7 to 8 minutes, until browned and fragrant.
5
Transfer to a plate to cool.
6
Spread the leeks on a baking sheet in a single layer.
7
Drizzle with 3 tablespoons of olive oil and the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper; rub to coat the leeks thoroughly.
8
Roast for about 20 minutes, tossing occasionally, until the leeks are tender, golden and crispy in spots.
9
Transfer the leeks to a platter or plates.
10
Coarsely chop half of the walnuts.
11
Using a Microplane, finely shave the rest of the walnuts over the leeks.
12
Drizzle with olive oil and serve with the yogurt sauce.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest, 1 teaspoon minced marjoram, 1 teaspoon sugar, and more.

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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Roasted Leeks with Yogurt and Shaved Toasted Walnuts

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