Best 6 Pea And Leek Dip Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our collection of tantalizing pea and leek dip recipes. These delectable dips, ranging from creamy and flavorful to light and refreshing, are guaranteed to elevate any gathering or snack time. Whether you prefer a classic rendition or a unique twist, our diverse selection caters to every palate. From the classic combination of fresh peas, leeks, and herbs to innovative variations featuring roasted red peppers, tangy goat cheese, or a hint of curry, these recipes offer an explosion of flavors and textures. Each dip is carefully crafted to ensure a smooth and velvety consistency, making them perfect for dipping vegetables, crackers, or bread. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, these recipes guarantee a culinary success, leaving your taste buds craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HOT LEEK DIP



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Provided by Patricia Heaton

Categories     appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 crusty sourdough or country-style boule, about 7 inches in diameter
3 medium leeks, white and light green part halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 pinch cayenne
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup whole milk
8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
4 ounces goat cheese, at room temperature
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, plus a sprig for garnish
1/2 lemon, zested and juiced
Assorted raw vegetables for serving, such as carrot sticks, celery sticks, sliced bell peppers and sliced radishes

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Make a bread bowl by cutting off the top third of the loaf of bread to expose the inner crumb. Use your fingers to tear out the crumb, trying to keep it in large pieces. Cut or tear the crumb of the bread into 1 1/2-inch pieces. Place the bread bowl and the bread pieces on a baking sheet and bake until slightly dried out and lightly toasted, about 10 minutes.
  • Put the leeks in a large bowl of water and wash thoroughly; drain.
  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the leeks, garlic, cayenne, salt and pepper to taste and cook, stirring occasionally, until very tender and golden in parts, about 10 minutes. Add the milk and bring to a simmer. Add the cream cheese and goat cheese a few spoonfuls at a time, stirring well after each addition, until all of the cheese is smoothly incorporated. Continue to cook, stirring, until the dip is hot, about 3 minutes more. Stir in the dill, lemon zest and juice and season with salt and pepper. Transfer to the bread bowl and garnish with the dill sprig. Serve with the toasted bread and vegetables for dipping. Top with bread top as decoration.

SNAP-PEA AND MELTED-LEEK TARTINES



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Toasts topped with creamy ricotta, sweet sugar snap peas, and caramelized leeks are a perfect appetizer for spring.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

7 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
3 leeks, white and light-green parts only, halved length-wise, thinly sliced, and well washed (4 cups)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 teaspoons ground Aleppo pepper
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest, plus 1 teaspoon fresh juice
1 teaspoon finely minced fresh rosemary leaves
1/2 teaspoon Meyer-lemon zest, plus 2 teaspoons fresh juice
2 cups ricotta
3 cups sugar snap peas, trimmed and thinly sliced on the bias
1/3 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
6 thick slices rustic bread

Steps:

  • Melted Leeks:In a large skillet, heat 1/4 cup oil over medium. Add leeks; season with salt. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring often, until very soft and reduced by half, about 25 minutes. Add Aleppo pepper, zest, rosemary, and another pinch of salt. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until leeks are golden, about 5 minutes more. Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice.
  • Melted Leeks:In a large skillet, heat 1/4 cup oil over medium. Add leeks; season with salt. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring often, until very soft and reduced by half, about 25 minutes. Add Aleppo pepper, zest, rosemary, and another pinch of salt. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until leeks are golden, about 5 minutes more. Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice.
  • Tartines:Preheat broiler. Stir 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, Meyer lemon zest, and 1 tablespoon oil into ricotta. In another bowl, toss peas with 2 tablespoons oil, lemon juice, and mint. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Broil bread in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet, flipping once, until toasted, 1 to 2 minutes. Spread with ricotta mixture, then cut each slice in half. Transfer to a serving platter and top with melted leeks and pea mixture. Serve.

LEEK DIP



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A mild, creamy dip that puts beloved leeks in the spotlight. Serve with buttery, round crackers. It's always a big hit at parties!

Provided by Anita

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cold Cheese Dip Recipes

Time 2h10m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 7

¾ cup chopped leeks
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup creamy salad dressing
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon white sugar
½ (12 ounce) jar bacon bits
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the leeks, cream cheese, creamy salad dressing, vinegar, sugar, bacon bits, salt and pepper. Refrigerate 2 to 3 hours, until well chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.6 calories, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 22.3 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 397.8 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

PEA DIP WITH PARMESAN



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With dips there is always something new, because if you substitute "thick purée" for "dip," the options are limitless.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     quick, appetizer

Time 10m

Yield At least 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups peas (frozen are fine; no need to defrost)
About 1 cup stock or water, as needed
3 tablespoons toasted pine nuts, roughly chopped
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint or more to taste
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Salt
freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Put peas in a pan with just enough stock or water to come half way up their height. Cook for about 3 minutes, or until peas are bright green and tender. Put all but 1 cup of peas in a food processor or blender, and add just enough cooking liquid to start purée. When purée is relatively smooth, transfer it to a bowl and stir in remaining cup of peas.
  • Add pine nuts, cheese, garlic, mint and olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper; taste and adjust seasoning, then thin with more liquid if necessary. Serve or refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 164, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 252 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

PEA & LEEK SUPER-GREEN TART



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Enjoy a slice of our cheesy leek & pea tart with a fresh green salad and crusty bread. This recipe works equally well with shortcrust or puff pastry

Provided by Lulu Grimes

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Supper

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

flour , for dusting
350g pastry , you can use puff or shortcrust, either a block or pre-rolled
½ tsp butter
1 large or 2 small leeks , cut into ½ cm rounds
125ml whipping cream
1 large egg
150g frozen spinach , defrosted
200g peas
4 mozzarella pearls

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6 and put a baking sheet in the oven to heat up. Lightly dust a surface with flour, then roll out the pastry into a circle. Use to line a 22cm tart tin (3cm deep) with a removable base. Trim away any excess pastry that hangs over the top and chill while you make the filling.
  • Heat the butter in a frying pan, add the leek in a single layer and fry for a minute, then add 50ml water and cover with a lid. Cook over a low heat for 4 mins (check it doesn't dry out). Whisk the cream and egg together, then mix in the spinach and peas.
  • Tip the pea mixture into the base of the tart and arrange the leek on top. (If you don't want the leeks on top, then stir them through the pea mixture.) Break the mozzarella pearls in half and dot them over the tart. Put the tart on the baking sheet and bake for 30 mins, or until the filling is cooked through. Leave to rest for 5 mins before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 30 grams fat, SaturatedFat 16 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 23 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 12 grams protein, Sodium 0.7 milligram of sodium

LEEK DIP



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We serve this dip with cucumber, cauliflower, fennel, daikon radishes, jicama, kohlrabi, and celery.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes 3 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup slivered almonds
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 medium leeks, white and pale-green parts only, thinly sliced
1 sixteen-ounce container sour cream
1 fourteen-ounce log fresh, creamy goat cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Spread slivered almonds in a rimmed baking sheet; bake until fragrant, about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool. Coarsely chop and set aside.
  • In a medium saute pan, melt butter over medium-low heat, then add leeks. Saute until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Place sour cream and goat cheese in a medium bowl, and stir until well combined. Add almonds, leeks, parsley, salt and freshly ground pepper. Keep covered with plastic wrap in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, young leeks for the best flavor and texture.
  • To clean the leeks, remove the tough outer leaves and trim the root end. Cut the leeks lengthwise and rinse them thoroughly to remove any dirt or grit.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can mash the peas and leeks with a fork or potato masher until they are smooth.
  • To make the dip ahead of time, prepare it up to 3 days in advance and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, bring the dip to room temperature for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Serve the dip with a variety of dippers, such as crackers, pita chips, vegetable crudités, or bread.

Conclusion:

Pea and leek dip is a delicious and versatile appetizer or snack that can be prepared in just a few minutes. With its creamy texture and savory flavor, this dip is sure to please everyone at your next party or gathering. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give pea and leek dip a try!

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