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Leeks, (bulb and lower leaf-portion), raw

61 Calories
1.5g Protein
14.2g Carbs
0.3g Fat
1.8g Fiber
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 100 g
Calories 61
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.3g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g 0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 20mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 14.2g 5%
Dietary Fiber 1.8g 6%
Total Sugars 3.9g
Protein 1.5g 3%
Vitamin D 0mcg 0%
Calcium 59mg 5%
Iron 2.1mg 12%
Potassium 180mg 4%

* 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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Protein 1.5g 9%
Carbs 14.2g 89%
Fat 0.3g 2%

Vitamins

Nutrient Amount % DV
Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid 12 MG 13%
Thiamin 0.1 MG 5%
Riboflavin 0.0 MG 2%
Niacin 0.4 MG 3%
Pantothenic acid 0.1 MG 3%
Vitamin B-6 0.2 MG 14%
Folate, total 64 UG 16%
Choline, total 9.5 MG 2%
Vitamin B-12 0 UG 0%
Vitamin A, RAE 83 UG 9%
Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) 0.9 MG 6%
Vitamin D (D2 + D3) 0 UG 0%
Vitamin K (phylloquinone) 47 UG 39%

Minerals

Nutrient Amount % DV
Calcium, Ca 59 MG 5%
Iron, Fe 2.1 MG 12%
Magnesium, Mg 28 MG 7%
Phosphorus, P 35 MG 3%
Potassium, K 180 MG 4%
Sodium, Na 20 MG 1%
Zinc, Zn 0.1 MG 1%
Copper, Cu 0.1 MG 13%
Manganese, Mn 0.5 MG 21%
Selenium, Se 1 UG 2%

Nutrition Highlights

  • Low in calories with 61 kcal per 100g.
  • Very low in fat (0.3g per 100g).
  • Good source of Manganese, Mn (21% DV).
  • Good source of Vitamin K (phylloquinone) (39% DV).

About Leeks, (bulb and lower leaf-portion), raw

Leeks occupy a middle ground between onion and scallion - milder than the former, more substantial than the latter. Mostly carbohydrate with very little fat and modest fiber, they shine as a flavor base for soups and braises rather than a nutritional workhorse. The white and light-green portions are the edible parts most recipes call for; the darker tops are tougher but perfectly usable in stocks.

Dietary Information

Leeks, (bulb and lower leaf-portion), raw is considered low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.

Notable micronutrients in Leeks, (bulb and lower leaf-portion), raw include Vitamin K (phylloquinone) (39% DV) , and Manganese, Mn (21% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.

Calorie Breakdown

At 61 calories per 100 grams, Leeks, (bulb and lower leaf-portion), raw gets 10% of its calories from protein, 93% from carbohydrates, and 4% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.

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