Side Dish

Leek Salad by Melissa d'Arabian is for Side Dish.

Leek Salad by Melissa d'Arabian takes 10 minutes to prepare.

Leek Salad by Melissa d'Arabian takes 12 minutes to cook.

Leek Salad by Melissa d'Arabian makes 4 servings.

The ingredients for Leek Salad by Melissa d'Arabian are:

4 medium leeks
1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
2 tsp balsamic vinegar
1/4 Cup Olive Oil
Kosher salt and frestly ground black pepper
1sp dried thyme
1 slice bacon, cooked crisp, chopped

Here is how you make Leek Salad by Melissa d'Arabian:

Remove the dark green portion of the leeks and discard. cut the leeks in half lengthwise and wash in water, being careful to check all the layers for hidden dirt. Fill a wide pan with water about 1/2 inch high up the sides. Add the leeks, simmer gently for 12 minutes and then drain.Meanwhile, make the vinaigrette. In a small bowl, whisk together the mustard and balsamic vinegar, and then drizzle in the oil to make an emulsion, whisking constantly. Add in the salt, pepper, and thyme. Lay the leeks lenghtwise on a small serving platter. Sprinkle with the chopped bacon, drizzle with the dressing and serve.Serving Size: Serves 4Number of Servings: 4Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user PATTIMARTINEZ.

The nutritional information for Leek Salad by Melissa d'Arabian is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 4
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 181.4

• Total Fat: 14.2 g
• Cholesterol: 1.2 mg
• Sodium: 55.5 mg
• Total Carbs: 12.9 g
• Dietary Fiber: 1.7 g
• Protein: 1.9 g