Best 8 Tomato And Leek Salad Recipes

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A delightful culinary journey awaits as we explore the delectable world of tomato and leek salad recipes. Whether you seek a refreshing summer treat or a hearty winter warmer, this vibrant salad offers a symphony of flavors, textures, and colors to tantalize your taste buds. From classic combinations to unique twists, our article presents a handpicked selection of recipes that will cater to every palate and occasion. Let's embark on a culinary adventure as we discover the perfect tomato and leek salad recipe to satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

BLT: BEEF, LEEK AND TOMATO SALAD - WITH BACON DRESSING - AN EXTRA "B"!



BLT: Beef, Leek and Tomato Salad - with Bacon Dressing - an extra

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 small strip steaks 1 to 1 1/2-inches thick
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling, plus 1/2 cup
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 slices bacon, chopped
2 large or 4 small leeks, trimmed of rough tops and roots
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Splash water
2 hearts romaine lettuce, shredded or chopped
2 big beefsteak tomatoes

Steps:

  • Heat a grill pan or grill to medium-high heat.
  • Bring steaks to room temperature, drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and season with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Place the steaks on the grill, cook meat 10 to 12 minutes for pink centers. Turn twice and let meat rest 5 minutes before slicing.
  • While meat cooks, brown bacon in a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil in a medium to large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Chop the leeks then soak in a large bowl of water or separate the chopped leeks by running under water. Dry the leeks in a kitchen towel.
  • Place cooked bacon on paper towels to drain. Pour off all but about a tablespoon of bacon drippings then add leeks and wilt down. Season cooked leeks with salt and peppe, to taste.
  • Transfer the cooked bacon to a food processor and add Worcestershire, vinegar, mustard, some black pepper and a splash of water. Turn processor on and stream in 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil.
  • On each dinner plate, arrange a bed of shredded romaine and thickly sliced tomatoes. Slice meat against the grain of the steak. Arrange the steak over the sliced tomatoes. Scatter the leeks over the sliced steaks and pour bacon dressing down over the top.

LEEK-TOMATO QUINOA



Leek-Tomato Quinoa image

Provided by Charlie Trotter

Categories     Tomato     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Low/No Sugar     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Basil     Quinoa     Leek     Summer     Healthy     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes about 2 3/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups quinoa*
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups finely chopped leeks (white and pale green parts only)
1/4 cup low-salt chicken broth
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium-size yellow tomatoes, seeded, chopped
3 tablespoons chopped green onions
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Place quinoa in strainer. Rinse under cold running water until water runs clear; drain. Mix quinoa, 2 cups water, and salt in heavy medium saucepan. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is just tender and almost all water is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Drain. Set aside. (Quinoa can be made 1 day ahead. Cool, then cover; chill.)
  • Melt butter in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add leeks; sauté until beginning to soften, about 5 minutes. Add broth. Cover; simmer until leeks are tender, about 5 minutes. Add quinoa and oil; stir until heated through, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, onions, basil, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
  • *A tiny, bead-shaped, ivory-colored grain available at natural foods stores.

LEEK SALAD



Leek Salad image

Make and share this Leek Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Midwest Maven

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lemon, the juice from it
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
salt and pepper
4 leeks, the white parts only, sliced, well rinsed, and dried
2 ripe tomatoes
1 firm medium cucumber
1/2 cup pitted black olives
1/2 cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Whisk together the lemon juice, oil, salt and pepper.
  • Toss the dressing with the leeks.
  • Chop the tomatoes and cucumber, seeding them if desired, and add to leeks.
  • Add the olives and cilantro and toss well.
  • Add more salt and pepper if you like and chill for an hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.1, Fat 12.4, SaturatedFat 1.7, Sodium 147.3, Carbohydrate 20.2, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 6.7, Protein 2.7

LEEK TOMATO DISH



Leek Tomato Dish image

Leeks are layered with tomato slices and mozzarella cheese, and topped with herbs and crushed crackers. This simple casserole is a great accompaniment to a summer meal!

Provided by sal

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles

Time 50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup crushed buttery round crackers
¼ teaspoon dried rosemary
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon dried sage
8 leeks, sliced
2 pounds tomatoes, sliced
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a small bowl, mix crushed crackers, rosemary, thyme and sage.
  • Place leeks in the bottom of a large baking dish. Layer with tomatoes and mozzarella cheese. Top with the crushed cracker mixture, and drizzle with melted butter
  • Bake 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Carbohydrate 20.5 g, Cholesterol 15.8 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 189.1 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

LEEK SALAD



Leek Salad image

This North African salad will give you a wonderful new perspective on leeks. Uncooked, they are deliciously refreshing, especially when paired with tomatoes and cucumbers.

Yield makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Juice of 1 lemon, or to taste
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
4 leeks, white parts only, sliced, well rinsed, and dried
2 ripe tomatoes
1 firm medium cucumber
At least 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley or cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Whisk together the lemon and oil along with a healthy pinch of salt and several grindings of pepper. Toss with the leeks.
  • Core the tomatoes, then cut them in half horizontally and shake out the seeds, squeezing gently; chop. Peel the cucumber if necessary, then cut in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds with a spoon; chop.
  • Combine all the ingredients, then taste and adjust the seasoning; refrigerate, if you like, for up to a couple of hours. Garnish with additional parsley or cilantro if you like.
  • In step 2, substitute 1/2 cup pitted black olives, preferably oil-cured, for the cucumber.

TOMATO AND LEEK SALAD RECIPE - (5/5)



Tomato and Leek Salad Recipe - (5/5) image

Provided by á-8460

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup red wine vinegar
Salt to taste
1 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp honey
2 tsp grainy Dijon mustard
10 strips of bacon, cut on a bias very thinly
2 large tomatoes, cut into wedges
1 leek, sliced thinly

Steps:

  • Whisk vinegar, salt, pepper, oil, honey and mustard together in a bowl; set aside. Fry bacon until a little crispy; drain on a paper towel. Mix bacon, tomatoes and leek together. Toss in dressing and serve.

LEEK SALAD



Leek Salad image

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, quick, weekday, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Juice of 1 lemon, or to taste
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
3 leeks, white and light green parts only, sliced thinly crosswise
2 ripe tomatoes or cherry tomatoes
1 cucumber
1/2 cup chopped parsley or cilantro leaves for garnish

Steps:

  • Whisk together lemon and oil with a healthy pinch of salt and several grindings of pepper. Toss with leeks.
  • Core large tomatoes, cut them in half horizontally, and shake out their seeds, squeezing gently. Chop. Peel the cucumber if necessary, cut in two lengthwise, and scoop out seeds with a spoon. Slice thinly.
  • Combine all ingredients, and taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 148, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 406 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

BEEF, LEEK AND TOMATO SALAD WITH BACON DRESSING



Beef, Leek and Tomato Salad With Bacon Dressing image

Another luscious creation from Rachael Ray. I have used turkey bacon; substituted one bunch of scallions for leeks, and cider vinegar for the red wine vinegar with great results. This one is perfect in summer, when these veggies are in season and you don't want to fire up the stove.

Provided by MaryMatt1016

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 small steaks, 1 to 1 1/2-inches thick
extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling, plus 1/2 cup
salt & freshly ground black pepper
8 slices bacon, chopped
2 small leeks or 4 large leeks, trimmed of rough tops and roots
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
splash water
2 romaine lettuce hearts, shredded
2 big beefsteak tomatoes

Steps:

  • Heat a grill pan or grill to medium-high heat.
  • Bring steaks to room temperature, drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and season with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Place the steaks on the grill, cook meat 10 to 12 minutes for pink centers. Turn twice and let meat rest 5 minutes before slicing.
  • While meat cooks, brown bacon in a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil in a medium to large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Chop the leeks then soak in a large bowl of water or separate the chopped leeks by running under water. Dry the leeks in a kitchen towel.
  • Place cooked bacon on paper towels to drain. Pour off all but about a tablespoon of bacon drippings then add leeks and wilt down. Season cooked leeks with salt and peppe, to taste.
  • Transfer the cooked bacon to a food processor and add Worcestershire, vinegar, mustard, some black pepper and a splash of water. Turn processor on and stream in 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil.
  • On each dinner plate, arrange a bed of shredded romaine and thickly sliced tomatoes. Slice meat against the grain of the steak. Arrange the steak over the sliced tomatoes. Scatter the leeks over the sliced steaks and pour bacon dressing down over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309.7, Fat 21.8, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 30.8, Sodium 499.8, Carbohydrate 21.6, Fiber 8.6, Sugar 8.4, Protein 10.7

Tips:

  • For optimal flavor, select ripe, in-season tomatoes. Look for tomatoes that are brightly colored and free of blemishes.
  • If using a sweet onion, such as a Vidalia or Walla Walla, you may omit the sugar in the dressing.
  • To minimize the leek's sharpness, soak the leek slices in cold water for 15 minutes before using.
  • If you prefer a creamier dressing, add a tablespoon of sour cream or yogurt.
  • For a more herbaceous flavor, add a tablespoon of chopped fresh herbs, such as basil, chives, or parsley, to the dressing.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill for later. Leftovers will keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This tomato and leek salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. With its vibrant colors and zesty dressing, this salad is sure to impress your guests.

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