Leek and Celery Pie

Gluten Free
Health score
15%
Leek and Celery Pie
180 min.
12
164kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our Leek and Celery Pie, a gluten-free masterpiece that is sure to impress your family and friends! This savory pie combines the earthy flavors of leeks and the crisp freshness of celery, creating a harmonious blend that is both satisfying and nutritious. With a medley of fresh herbs like dill, parsley, and mint, each bite bursts with vibrant flavors that transport you to a sun-kissed Mediterranean garden.

Perfect for gatherings, this pie serves up to 12 people, making it an ideal centerpiece for your next brunch or dinner party. The creamy filling, enriched with Greek feta and a touch of Kefalotyri or Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, adds a rich, tangy depth that complements the vegetables beautifully. Plus, the flaky crust, made from a simple yet delicious dough, provides the perfect contrast to the tender filling.

Not only is this dish a feast for the senses, but it also boasts a modest calorie count of just 164 kcal per serving, allowing you to indulge without guilt. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding, making it a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their cooking game. So roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and let’s create a pie that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • cups celery stalks finely chopped
  • large eggs 
  • cup feta cheese crumbled (preferably Mt. Vikos or Dodoni brand)
  • 0.5 cup optional: dill fresh chopped
  • 0.7 cup parsley fresh chopped
  • cup mint leaves fresh chopped
  • 10 cups leek white green finely chopped ( and pale parts only)
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 1.5 oz parmesan finely grated ()
  • tablespoon red-wine vinegar 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup yogurt (preferably Greek)
  • 0.8 cup water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • pot
  • plastic wrap
  • baking pan
  • ziploc bags
  • rolling pin
  • colander

Directions

  1. Stir together flour and salt in a large bowl, then make a well in center and add water, yogurt, 1/2 cup oil, and vinegar. Stir until a soft dough forms, then knead on a work surface (do not dust with flour) until smooth and pliable, about 4 minutes. Form dough into a ball and put in an oiled bowl, then turn to coat. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and let dough stand at room temperature 1 hour.
  2. Wash leeks in a bowl of cold water, agitating them, then lift out and drain well in a colander.
  3. Heat 1/4 cup oil in a deep 12-inch heavy skillet or a 5- to 6-quart heavy pot over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté leeks and celery with 1/2 teaspoon salt, stirring frequently, until softened and translucent, 10 to 12 minutes.
  4. Transfer to a bowl and cool, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes.
  5. Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 375°F.
  6. Stir herbs into leek mixture along with cheeses, pepper, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Lightly beat eggs with remaining 3 tablespoons oil in a small bowl, then stir into leek filling.
  7. Brush baking pan with 2 tablespoons oil.
  8. Divide dough in half.
  9. Roll out 1 half on a floured surface with a floured rolling pin into a 19- by 14-inch rectangle. Fold rectangle loosely into quarters and transfer to baking pan, then unfold dough and fit into pan, leaving a 1-inch overhang.
  10. Spread filling evenly in pan.
  11. Roll out remaining dough on floured surface with floured rolling pin into a 20- by 15-inch rectangle. Lift dough and drape it over filling, leaving it slightly wrinkled.
  12. Roll edge of bottom crust over top to form a rope edge all around pie.
  13. Brush top of pie with remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Score top crust into serving pieces with a sharp knife (mark crust but do not cut through it).
  14. Bake pie until golden brown, 50 to 60 minutes. Cool to room temperature in pan on a rack, about 1 hour.
  15. · Dough can be made 3 days ahead and chilled in a sealed plastic bag. Bring to room temperature before rolling out.· Pie can be baked 4 hours ahead and kept at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories164kcal
Protein16.1%
Fat51.47%
Carbs32.43%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.42
Glycemic Load
3.27
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
15.886956370395%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.16mg
Hesperetin
0.38mg
Apigenin
8.11mg
Luteolin
0.78mg
Isorhamnetin
0.85mg
Kaempferol
2.35mg
Myricetin
0.67mg
Quercetin
1.25mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:164.17kcal
8.21%
Fat:9.66g
14.86%
Saturated Fat:3.32g
20.77%
Carbohydrates:13.69g
4.56%
Net Carbohydrates:11.49g
4.18%
Sugar:4.12g
4.58%
Cholesterol:60.24mg
20.08%
Sodium:458.87mg
19.95%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.8g
13.6%
Vitamin K:100.04µg
95.28%
Vitamin A:2089.84IU
41.8%
Manganese:0.47mg
23.58%
Vitamin C:17.07mg
20.69%
Calcium:203.41mg
20.34%
Folate:80.19µg
20.05%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.94%
Phosphorus:145.64mg
14.56%
Vitamin B6:0.29mg
14.3%
Iron:2.51mg
13.94%
Selenium:7.73µg
11.04%
Vitamin E:1.59mg
10.57%
Magnesium:36.94mg
9.23%
Potassium:308.82mg
8.82%
Fiber:2.2g
8.8%
Vitamin B12:0.43µg
7.12%
Copper:0.14mg
6.84%
Zinc:0.94mg
6.25%
Vitamin B5:0.59mg
5.94%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.83%
Vitamin B3:0.67mg
3.36%
Vitamin D:0.32µg
2.12%
Source:Epicurious