Leek and Potato Galette With Pistachio Crust
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This elegant leek and potato galette offers a sophisticated twist on classic savoury flavours. The pastry is uniquely enriched with ground pistachios, providing a buttery, nutty crunch that perfectly complements the earthy potato filling. Layers of tender leeks and a creamy garlic goat's cheese base create a rich, comforting topping, while fresh dill and a hint of honey add a modern, vibrant finish.
As a versatile vegetarian dish, these individual tarts make an impressive centrepiece for a weekend lunch or a light seasonal dinner. The dough can be prepared a day in advance, making this recipe a stress-free option for entertaining guests. Serve warm from the oven with a crisp green salad to balance the richness of the pistachio pastry and creamy filling.
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Ingredients for Leek and Potato Galette With Pistachio Crust
60g raw pistachios
325g plain flour
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon sugar
200g (2 sticks) chilled unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 large leek, white and pale-green parts only, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced
110g fresh goat cheese
5 tablespoons double cream
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
Plain flour (for surface)
4 tablespoons coarsely chopped dill, divided, plus sprigs for serving
2 large Yukon Gold potatoes, thinly sliced
1 large egg, beaten to blend
Crushed pink peppercorns (for serving
optional)
How to make Leek and Potato Galette With Pistachio Crust
Back to contentsPulse pistachios in a food processor until coarsely ground. Add flour, salt, and sugar and pulse to combine. Add butter and pulse just until a coarse meal forms. With motor running, gradually stream in 120ml ice water and process until dough comes together. Transfer dough to a work surface; form into a ball, then flatten into a disk. Wrap in plastic and chill at least 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 400ºF. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a small skillet over medium-low. Cook leek, stirring occasionally, until softened but without taking on any colour, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
Mix goat cheese, cream, and garlic in a medium bowl to combine; season with salt and black pepper.
Divide dough into 4 pieces. Roll out 1 piece of dough on a lightly floured surface to an 8" round; transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Using an offset spatula, spread one-quarter of goat cheese mixture over dough, leaving a 1" border. Scatter 1 tablespoon dill evenly over, then top with a thin layer of potato slices. Drizzle with oil; season with salt. Scatter one-quarter of leeks over potatoes. Fold edges of dough over filling, tucking and overlapping slightly as needed. Repeat with remaining dough, goat cheese mixture, chopped dill, potatoes, and leeks and more oil and salt to make 3 more galettes. Brush top of dough with egg.
Bake galettes until crusts are golden brown and potatoes are soft, 30–40 minutes. Drizzle with honey and top with dill sprigs. Sprinkle with pink peppercorns, if using; season with salt and black pepper.
Dough can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.
Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.
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28 Jan 2026 | Originally published
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