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Grilled Asparagus and Baby Leeks
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Grilled Asparagus and Baby Leeks

Grilled Asparagus and Baby Leeks is the perfect side dish for serving alongside grilled meats and fish or with a generous drizzle of (vegan) hollandaise sauce.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Total Time18 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: British
Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword: asparagus, baby leeks, black pepper, non-dairy butter, salt
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 120.94kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon non-dairy butter
  • 250 grams asparagus
  • 150 grams baby leeks trimmed and cut lengthways
  • salt and pepper to season
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Instructions

  • Heat a contact griddle pan (or grill pan) on a medium to high heat.
  • Add the non-dairy butter to the pan and leave to melt.
  • Place the asparagus and baby leeks in the pan so that the raised grill marks are cutting across the vegetables horizontally.
  • Roll the leeks and asparagus in butter to ensure coated.
  • Turn the heat up high and cook for 5-8 minutes until the vegetables are tender and beautifully charred.
  • Season with salt and pepper and serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 120.94kcal | Carbohydrates: 15.52g | Protein: 3.88g | Fat: 6.03g | Saturated Fat: 1.15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.89g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2.73g | Trans Fat: 1.04g | Sodium: 63.28mg | Potassium: 388.76mg | Fiber: 3.98g | Sugar: 5.28g | Vitamin A: 2195.25IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 74.46mg | Iron: 4.26mg