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Braised Leeks - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Braised Leeks Recipe

Braised Leeks Recipe has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A.

The food contains 10g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 2 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Braised Leeks Recipe has been given a composite ranking of 10, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein7%
 Calories from Fat60%
 Calories from Carbs33%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Vitamin A

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1250 IU25%
Vitamin C9 mg15%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium60 mg6%
Iron1.8 mg10%
Potassium140 mg4%
Sodium1320 mg55%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate10 g3.3%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars2 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2 g4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8 g12.3%
Saturated Fat5 g25%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 110 Calories from Fat 70

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8 g 12.3%

Saturated Fat 5 g 25%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 20 mg 6.7%

Sodium 1320 mg 55%

Total Carbohydrates 10 g 3.3%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 2 g

Protein 2 g 4%

Vitamin A 25% Vitamin C 15%

Calcium 6% Iron 10%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://www.chow.com/recipes/10756-braised-leeks Embed Table:

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