How to Cut Leeks
Learn how to trim, slice, and clean leeks.
Servings 1
Calories 54kcal
Ingredients
- 1 leek
Instructions
- First, trim the leeks by slicing off the root and the dark green part.
Circles
- Cut the white/light green part crosswise into slices.
Half-moons
- First cut the white/light green part in half lengthwise. Then, cut the halves crosswise into half-moon pieces.
Cleaning
- After slicing the leeks, place them in a bowl with water. Swish them around with your fingers to remove any dirt.
- Drain the washed leeks in a colander. Pat dry.
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Notes
- Store freshly cut leeks in an airtight container or tightly sealed bag in the refrigerator. Use within 3 days for best results.
- Leeks taste great in soups, stir fries, and pizzas. You can also use leeks in place of an onion in nearly any recipe.
Nutrition
Serving: 1leek | Calories: 54kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 18mg | Potassium: 160mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1484IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 2mg