These Creamy Leeks on Toast make for a simple yet delicious plant-based meal. Soft, buttery leeks are gently sautéed with garlic and herbs, then smothered in a rich, dairy-free cream sauce. Served over crispy toasted bread, this dish is both comforting and satisfying, bringing out the natural sweetness of the leeks with every bite.

Creamy Leeks on Toast: A Simple & Comforting Vegan Delight
Simple does it every time!
I love these vegan creamy leeks on toast. This is the ultimate comfort food for a grey and rainy day. This dish has quickly become a big family favourite.
This recipe is really simple and straightforward. It serves 4 generously.
The leeks are first slowly cooked with shallots, garlic, white wine and thyme and then smothered in a creamy cashew sauce. The cashew sauce is seasoned with lemon juice, wholegrain mustard and nutritional yeast.
I like to serve this dish on big slices of toasted sourdough or pain de campagne. So good and 100% plant-based.
These creamy leeks on toast are ideal for lunch or as a light dinner. They are best eaten warm, topped with freshly chopped parsley.
If you are looking for more toast inspiration, why not check out my smoky beans on toast recipe. So tasty! The beans are cooked with red pepper in a rich tomato sauce, seasoned with smoked paprika, thyme, soy sauce, cider vinegar and sugar.
TOP TIP: When preparing leeks, it’s important to wash them thoroughly, as soil can often be trapped between their many layers. Simply slice the leeks lengthwise and rinse under running water, gently separating the layers to remove any dirt. Once clean, leeks can be sliced into rings, chopped finely, or left whole, depending on your recipe.
Other leek recipes to try
- Leek Tart
- Leek Potato and Watercress Soup
- Curried Broccoli & Leek Quiche
- Jerusalem Artichoke, Leek & Mushroom Pie
- Leek & Spinach Stuffed Flatbread
I hope you enjoy this creamy leeks on toast recipe as much as I do. If you do make it, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram!
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Creamy Leeks on Toast
Equipment
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Ingredients
- olive oil
- 30 g shallots
- 2 garlic cloves
- 350 g leeks
- 1 tsp vegetable stock powder
- 125 ml white wine
- 2 tsp dried thyme
FOR THE CASHEW CREAM:
- 150 g cashews
- 150 ml water
- juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tsp wholegrain mustard
- 2 Tbsp nutritional yeast
- salt & pepper
TO SERVE:
- 4 slices of your favourite bread
- fresh parsley
Instructions
- Place cashews in a bowl. Cover with the boiling water. Set aside to soak for 20 minutes. When the cashews have soaked drain and set aside.150 g cashews
- Chop leeks very finely. Wash and set aside.350 g leeks
- Heat some olive oil in a large frying pan. Add finely chopped shallots and crushed garlic. Fry gently until soft.olive oil, 30 g shallots, 2 garlic cloves
- Add finely chopped leeks, vegetable stock powder, white wine and thyme. Cook covered under medium heat for 10 mins.1 tsp vegetable stock powder, 125 ml white wine, 2 tsp dried thyme
- Carry on cooking covered for another 10 mins or so until the leeks are cooked. Stir from time to time and add some water if the leeks get too dry.
- In the meantime, make the cashew cream. In a blender bowl, add together drained cashews, water, lemon juice, wholegrain mustard and nutritional yeast. Blend until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper.150 ml water, juice of 1 lemon, 2 tsp wholegrain mustard, 2 Tbsp nutritional yeast, salt & pepper
- When the leeks are cooked, add the cashew cream to the pan and mix altogether. Season taste.
- Serve the leeks on toasted bread. Eat straight away, topped with fresh parsley.4 slices of your favourite bread, fresh parsley
Nutrition
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