Vegetables · per 100g
A mild, onion-like vegetable with a dense, cylindrical stalk that softens into a silky texture when braised, providing a rich source of sulfur-containing compounds and protective flavonoids.
Chromium
Vitamin C, Folate
Vitamin K1, Calcium
Biotin, Vitamin B6
Nutritional summary
Interesting fact
The leek is a national emblem of Wales, a tradition said to originate from the 7th-century King Cadwaladr, who ordered his soldiers to wear them on their hats to distinguish themselves from the enemy in battle.
Standout nutrients
Chromium
Folate
Ascorbic acid
Molybdenum
Seasonality
Diet
Sustainability
Leeks have a low carbon footprint and low water requirements compared to most crops.
Storage
Refrigerate
1–2 weeks
Store unwashed in a plastic bag to retain moisture.
Flavour
Harmonized from 3 validated sources
Claim citations
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