Leeks, (bulb and lower leaf-portion), cooked, boiled, drained, with salt
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 4.2 MG | 5% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Niacin | 0.2 MG | 1% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Folate, total | 24 UG | 6% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 41 UG | 5% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.5 MG | 3% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 25.4 UG | 21% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 30 MG | 2% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.1 MG | 6% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 14 MG | 3% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 17 MG | 1% | |
| Potassium, K | 87 MG | 2% | |
| Sodium, Na | 246 MG | 11% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.2 MG | 11% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.5 UG | 1% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (31 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (0.2g per 100g).
- Good source of Vitamin K (phylloquinone) (21% DV).
About Leeks, (bulb and lower leaf-portion), cooked, boiled, drained, with salt
Boiled leeks have a mild, sweet onion flavor that's much gentler than raw leeks or cooked onions. The carbohydrate content is moderate, mostly from natural sugars, with low protein and almost no fat. Fiber is modest. Salt was used in cooking. Leeks cooked this way are soft and silky and work well in soups, potato dishes, and alongside fish. The bulb and lower leaf are used here, which is the meatiest and most flavorful part of the plant.
Dietary Information
Leeks, (bulb and lower leaf-portion), cooked, boiled, drained, with salt is considered low-fat, very low in calories, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Leeks, (bulb and lower leaf-portion), cooked, boiled, drained, with salt include Vitamin K (phylloquinone) (21% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 31 calories per 100 grams, Leeks, (bulb and lower leaf-portion), cooked, boiled, drained, with salt gets 10% of its calories from protein, 98% from carbohydrates, and 6% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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