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Leeks (White and Light Green Parts)

Leeks (White and Light Green Parts) is a mild, onion-like vegetable used across European and Asian cuisines for soups, braises and sautés; both the white stalk and the green tops are commonly used for flavor and garnish. It provides a modest amount of dietary fiber at 1.9g per 100g while being low in energy and fat. Leeks also contribute useful micronutrients—notably vitamin K and vitamin A—and contain sulfur compounds (glucosinolates) that have been associated with antioxidant and detoxifying effects.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Unprocessed · ~0.35€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

A+

Excellent

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Leeks.

Calories

88 kcal

4% of Daily kcal · low-calorie

Protein

1.6 g

3% RDI

Fat

3 g

0.8g sat fat

Carbs

15 g

5% RDI

Sugar

4.1 g

8% RDI

Fiber

1.9 g

6% RDI

Salt

0.2 g

3% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

A+ · 8.6 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Leeks (White and Light Green Parts) healthy?

Yes, Leeks (White and Light Green Parts) is very healthy with a Health Grade of A+. It is rich in protective compounds.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Leeks (White and Light Green Parts)?

Leeks (White and Light Green Parts) is NOVA 1 - Unprocessed.

Q.05Is Leeks (White and Light Green Parts) gluten free?

Yes, Leeks (White and Light Green Parts) is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Leeks (White and Light Green Parts)?

100g of Leeks (White and Light Green Parts) contains 88 kcal, 1.57g protein, 14.7g carbohydrates, 3.05g fat, and 1.9g fiber.

Q.04Is Leeks (White and Light Green Parts) vegan?

Yes, Leeks (White and Light Green Parts) is vegan.

Q.06Is Leeks (White and Light Green Parts) lactose free?

Yes, Leeks (White and Light Green Parts) is lactose free.

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