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Nutritional Profile of Raw Leeks (Bulb & Lower Leaf-Portion)
We got 61 nutritional values in our nutrition profile for Raw Leeks (Bulb & Lower Leaf-Portion).
Nutrient content compared to all foods
When comparing its nutrient content to all foods in our tool we find that it ranks high (Top 250) for three nutrients.
These are
- Lutein + Zeaxanthin (Fat-soluble Vitamins)
- Folate, food (Water-soluble Vitamins)
- Fiber, total dietary (Carbohydrates)
Also, when compared to all foods, it ranks moderately (Top 500) for nine additional nutrients.
With the highest ranking of them being
- Vitamin A, IU (Fat-soluble Vitamins)
- Magnesium, Mg (Minerals)
- Folate, total (Water-soluble Vitamins)
- Folate, DFE (Water-soluble Vitamins)
Nutrient content compared to foods in the same category
A comparison between its nutrient content to foods in the same category (Vegetables and Vegetable Products) shows that it ranks moderately (Top 100) for eight nutrients.
Most notable of them being
- Fiber, total dietary (Carbohydrates)
- Cystine (Amino Acids)
- Tryptophan (Amino Acids)
- Iron, Fe (Minerals)
You can find these and more nutrient rankings below.
Table of Contents
Nutrient Content Of Raw Leeks (Bulb & Lower Leaf-Portion)
The nutrient content of food is mainly divided into macro- and micronutrients.
Below you'll first find a macronutrient profile that will give you a sense of how the measured macronutrients compare to each other.
After that you'll find our detailed nutrient profile with all measured nutrients.
Macronutrient profile of Raw Leeks (Bulb & Lower Leaf-Portion)
Macronutrients are mainly divided into carbohydrates (carbs), lipids (fats), and protein.
In our macronutrient profile we also include water as we think that it gives a more complete picture of how nutrient dense the food is.
Figure 1. Macronutrient profile of Raw Leeks (Bulb & Lower Leaf-Portion)
Percent of 100 grams of food. Values can differ from nutrient profile below due to rounding.
And now, let's look at the detailed nutrient profile!
Detailed nutrient profile of Raw Leeks (Bulb & Lower Leaf-Portion)
Below we list all the nutrients that we have a measurement for. This is where you can find out what micronutrients there are in your food.
All nutrients are grouped together according to their type. Click on a nutrient type to show the individual nutrients. You can find other foods that contain the same nutrient by clicking on it.
If you can't find a specific nutrient, we recommend you go to our complete list of nutrients or try searching for it.
Nutrient Profile: Raw Leeks (Bulb & Lower Leaf-Portion)
In food category: Vegetables and Vegetable Products
| Carbohydrates (3) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Carbohydrates, by difference | 14.2 g | 4 g | 234 | 1380 |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.8 g | 510.3 mg | 76 | 237 |
| Sugars (Total incl. NLEA) | 3.9 g | 1.1 g | 208 | 1286 |
| Fatty Acids (4) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Fatty Acids, total monounsaturated | 4 mg | 1.1 mg | 622 | 2837 |
| Fatty Acids, total polyunsaturated | 166 mg | 47.1 mg | 624 | 2349 |
| Fatty Acids, total saturated | 40 mg | 11.3 mg | 699 | 2767 |
| Total Lipid (Fat) | 300 mg | 85 mg | 406 | 1729 |
| Saturated Fats (2) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Palmitic Acid (16:0) | 38 mg | 10.8 mg | 565 | 2238 |
| Stearic Acid (18:0) | 2 mg | 0.6 mg | 345 | 1689 |
| Monounsaturated Fats (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Oleic Acid (18:1) | 4 mg | 1.1 mg | 613 | 2808 |
| Polyunsaturated Fats (2) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Linoleic Acid (18:2 n-6) | 67 mg | 19 mg | 650 | 2327 |
| Linolenic Acid (18:3) | 99 mg | 28.1 mg | 210 | 857 |
| Amino Acids (18) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Alanine | 74 mg | 21 mg | 152 | 888 |
| Arginine | 78 mg | 22.1 mg | 178 | 907 |
| Aspartic Acid | 140 mg | 39.7 mg | 214 | 912 |
| Cystine | 25 mg | 7.1 mg | 77 | 471 |
| Glutamic Acid | 226 mg | 64.1 mg | 213 | 945 |
| Glycine | 69 mg | 19.6 mg | 125 | 934 |
| Histidine | 25 mg | 7.1 mg | 121 | 983 |
| Isoleucine | 52 mg | 14.7 mg | 160 | 969 |
| Leucine | 96 mg | 27.2 mg | 176 | 932 |
| Lysine | 78 mg | 22.1 mg | 176 | 915 |
| Methionine | 18 mg | 5.1 mg | 93 | 932 |
| Phenylalanine | 55 mg | 15.6 mg | 154 | 987 |
| Proline | 66 mg | 18.7 mg | 135 | 999 |
| Serine | 92 mg | 26.1 mg | 118 | 976 |
| Threonine | 63 mg | 17.9 mg | 135 | 950 |
| Tryptophan | 12 mg | 3.4 mg | 80 | 453 |
| Tyrosine | 41 mg | 11.6 mg | 135 | 997 |
| Valine | 56 mg | 15.9 mg | 182 | 988 |
| Protein (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Protein | 1.5 g | 425.2 mg | 368 | 1469 |
| Water-soluble Vitamins (9) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Folate, DFE | 64 µg | 18.1 µg | 106 | 391 |
| Folate, food | 64 µg | 18.1 µg | 106 | 225 |
| Folate, total | 64 µg | 18.1 µg | 106 | 319 |
| Niacin | 400 µg | 113.4 µg | 579 | 2136 |
| Pantothenic Acid | 140 µg | 39.7 µg | 283 | 1045 |
| Riboflavin | 30 µg | 8.5 µg | 253 | 781 |
| Thiamin | 60 µg | 17 µg | 183 | 824 |
| Vitamin B6 | 233 µg | 66.1 µg | 129 | 748 |
| Vitamin C | 12 mg | 3.4 mg | 323 | 503 |
| Fat-soluble Vitamins (6) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| alpha-Tocopherol | 920 µg | 260.8 µg | 194 | 551 |
| beta-Carotene | 1 mg | 283.5 µg | 396 | 498 |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin | 1.9 mg | 538.6 µg | 177 | 215 |
| Phylloquinone | 47 µg | 13.3 µg | 324 | 483 |
| Vitamin A, IU | 1.7k IU | 473.4 IU | 147 | 304 |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 83 µg | 23.5 µg | 368 | 627 |
| Minerals (10) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Calcium, Ca | 59 mg | 16.7 mg | 138 | 488 |
| Copper, Cu | 120 µg | 34 µg | 189 | 729 |
| Iron, Fe | 2.1 mg | 595.3 µg | 93 | 711 |
| Magnesium, Mg | 28 mg | 7.9 mg | 94 | 312 |
| Manganese, Mn | 481 µg | 136.4 µg | 95 | 571 |
| Phosphorus, P | 35 mg | 9.9 mg | 137 | 638 |
| Potassium, K | 180 mg | 51 mg | 382 | 718 |
| Selenium, Se | 1 µg | 0.3 µg | 94 | 688 |
| Sodium, Na | 20 mg | 5.7 mg | 428 | 1131 |
| Zinc, Zn | 120 µg | 34 µg | 152 | 917 |
| Other Micronutrients (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Choline | 9.5 mg | 2.7 mg | 306 | 1061 |
| Water (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Water | 83 g | 23.5 g | 425 | 567 |
| Other (3) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Ash | 1.1 g | 297.7 mg | 145 | 555 |
| Kcal (Energy) | 61 kcal | 17.3 kcal | 161 | 628 |
| KJ (Energy) | 255 kj | 72.3 kj | 185 | 914 |
Foods Available Online
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Common Serving Sizes Of Raw Leeks (Bulb & Lower Leaf-Portion)
Here's some of the different portion/serving sizes to get a sense of the weight.
| Amount / Measurement | Weight in Gr | Weight in Oz |
|---|---|---|
| Slice | 6.0 g | 0.2 oz |
| Cup | 89.0 g | 3.1 oz |
| Leek | 89.0 g | 3.1 oz |
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| Leeks | No of Nutrients |
(With Salt, Drained, Bulb & Lower Leaf-Portion) | 60 |
(Without Salt, Drained, Bulb & Lower Leaf-Portion) | 60 |
(Bulb & Lower-Leaf Portion) | 55 |
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