Broiled Leeks with Toasted Pine Nut Sauce
Broiled Leeks with Toasted Pine Nut Sauce is a delightful dish that combines tender, charred leeks with a creamy, nutty sauce for an unforgettable flavor experience. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet masterpiece, perfect for dinner parties or cozy family meals. With its stunning presentation and comforting taste, this dish will impress your guests while being easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium leeks
- 1/3 cup raw pine nuts
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the broiler on high.
- Clean the leeks thoroughly and slice them lengthwise in half.
- Drizzle olive oil over the cut sides of the leeks and season with salt and pepper.
- Place leeks cut-side up on a baking sheet and broil for 6-8 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
- In a skillet over medium heat, toast pine nuts for 3-5 minutes until golden brown.
- In a food processor, blend toasted pine nuts, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth yet creamy.
- Remove leeks from the oven, drizzle with the sauce, and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 leek half (75g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, top with crumbled feta cheese or fresh herbs like dill or parsley. Substitute pine nuts with walnuts or almonds for a different nutty flavor. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.