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Polish Leek Salad Recipe (Surówka Z Pora)

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Salatka z pora in a black bowl.
Tip: Serve the salatka z pora with meat for dinner!

The Polish leek salad recipe is a traditional salad that’s loved by kids. Easy to make in under 5 minutes, you’ll come back for seconds of the surowka z pora or salatka z pora!

One of my childhood favorites, this Polish leek salad recipe is a regular feature at our dinner table. A cool and refreshing side dish, the apple leek salad is usually eaten with meats for dinner.

There is another similar salad made with leeks and carrots called surowka z pora marchewki, but the surowka z pora made with leeks and apples taste so much better. And the kids love it!

 How To Make The Apple Leek Salad

To make this salad you simply chop the leeks into half moons and dice the apple into cubes. Next, mix everything – the leeks, apples, canned corn, mayo, vinegar or lime juice, salt, and pepper together, and the Polish Apple Leek salad is ready to serve! Simple, isn’t it?

apples, leeks on a chopping board.
Ingredients for the Surowka z Pora
Chopped leeks on a board.
Chop the leeks into half moons!
Polish leek salad garnished with apple slices in a black bowl.
Optional: Garnish the salad with apple slices and leek stems

What To Serve With The Polish Leek Salad? 

The Polish apple leek salad is a side dish, so you should have it with dinner meat. It goes well with: 

What Are The Other Popular Polish Salad Recipes?

Some other Polish salads that are eaten regularly are:

Salatka z pora in a black bowl.
Tip: Serve the salatka z pora with meat for dinner!

Tips For Making Polish Leek Salad Recipe

  • Refrigerate for an hour for a better-tasting salad!
  • If you want a richer salad, fry the leeks in butter or olive oil before using.
  • You can add more canned corn or chopped apple to make it sweeter.
  • Top with parsley, sliced apples, or leek stems before serving!
  • You can sprinkle with olive oil before serving!

FAQs About Polish Apple Leek Salad 

Is It Possible To Make The Polish Leek Salad Vegan?

Yes, to make the salad vegan replace the mayonnaise with eggless vegan mayonnaise.

Which Apples Can I Use To Make This Polish Leek Salad?

You can use any apples, but tart apples taste best. Try using Granny Smith, Pink Lady, Cortland, McIntosh, or Gala apples.

Can I Make This Polish Leek Salad Without Mayo?

If you wish to prepare this salad without mayo, replace it with yogurt or sour cream. However, it tastes better with mayo.

Can I Prepare The Apple Leek Salad in Advance?

Yes, you can prepare the leek and apple salad up to 2 days in advance. Store in the refrigerator till ready to serve!

How Long Can I Store leftover Surowka Z Pora?

Leftover surowka z pora can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 4 to 5 days. Serve cold!

Want to cook another leek meal? Check out my Polish leek soup recipe (follow the link).

Polish Leek Salad Recipe

Yield: 6

Polish Leek Salad Recipe

Polish leek salad garnished with apple slices in a black bowl.

The Polish leek salad recipe is a traditional salad that's loved by kids. Easy to make in under 5 minutes, you'll come back for seconds of the surowka z pora or salatka z pora!

Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 leek (the white part only)
  • ½ of apple
  • 1 tbsp of canned corn
  • 2 tbsps of mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp of fresh lemon juice or vinegar
  • fresh parsley/dill (optionally)
  • salt, pepper

Instructions

  1. Cut the leek into half-moons.
  2. Peel and dice the apple.
  3. Mix all the ingredients together. Season with salt and pepper.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

6

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 49Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 132mgCarbohydrates: 4gFiber: 1gSugar: 2gProtein: 0g

These data are indicative and calculated by Nutritionix

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