How to Make Roasted Leeks with Lemon Butter - A Step-by-Step Guide

Roasted leeks with lemon butter is a simple yet elegant dish that brings out the natural sweet and savory flavors of leeks. This recipe is perfect for a side dish or a light lunch, and it's a great way to showcase this often-overlooked vegetable.

Leeks are a member of the onion family, with a milder and sweeter flavor than their more pungent cousins. They are a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes, from soups and stews to salads and side dishes. Roasting leeks ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 4 large leeks
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Melt butter in a small microwave-safe dish in 10-second increments until melted. Stir in lemon juice and granulated garlic and set aside in a warm place.
  • Trim dark green parts from the leeks and discard (or save for other use such as vegetable stock). Trim roots off, but leave root end intact. Cut leeks in half lengthwise, and remove any tough outer layers. Rinse thoroughly between the layers to remove any dirt.
  • Place leeks into a large baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper, turning leeks so they are evenly covered with oil. Roast leeks, cut side down, for 15 minutes. Turn leeks so they are cut side up, and continue roasting for 10 more minutes. Drizzle with lemon butter and roast 3 to 5 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    233 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 15mg
    • Sodium: 71mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Potassium: 279mg