Lemon Roasted Leeks

Name: Lemon Roasted Leeks
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Ingredients: Leeks (4 large); Lemon (1 (juice and zest)); Olive oil (3 tablespoons); Thyme (fresh sprigs, 4); Rosemary (fresh sprigs, 2); Salt (to taste); Pepper (to taste)

Tender roasted leeks with a bright lemon-herb dressing, a simple yet elegant side dish.

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Preparation 10

Preparation time:30

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Equipment

Baking dish
Mixing bowl
Whisk

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
Clean the leeks and cut them in half lengthwise.
Place the leeks in a baking dish.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Pour the lemon dressing over the leeks.
Add thyme and rosemary sprigs to the baking dish.
Roast for 30 minutes, or until leeks are tender and slightly caramelized.
Remove from oven and discard herb sprigs.
Serve warm.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serving Tip:

Serve as a side dish with roasted meats or fish.

Wine Advice:

A crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a light Pinot Grigio pairs well with the lemony leeks.

Nutrition values

Calories: 120 kcal | koolhydraten: 10 g | Eiwitten: 2 g | Vet: 8 g | Suiker: 3 g

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Course; Oven / Side Dish / Vegetables

Cuisine; Italian

Diets; Gluten-Free / Vegan / Vegetarian