Grilled Leek Salad with Black Lentils

When traveling through Europe, it’s hard not to notice how often leeks take the spotlight in food cultures, from Spain to Holland and everywhere in between. More than just another onion, leeks are full of their own unique flavor. They are also, however, full of dirt. It is crucial to pull them open a bit and run them under water to clean them thoroughly. In this dish, the visual contrast between the black lentils and the bright green leek salad is stunning, and the textural contrast is even