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Frittata of Leeks - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Frittata of Leeks Recipe

Frittata of Leeks has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 16.3g 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. With 12.2 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.

It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 4 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 51, for Frittata of Leeks, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein16%
 Calories from Fat63%
 Calories from Carbs21%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • High in Vitamin C
  • High in Iron
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • High in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.96 IU0.02%Mid 40%Average
Retinol64.4 mcg
Vitamin C6.3 mg10.4%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D33.2 IU8.3%Top 10%Very High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.48 mg2.4%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate53.4 mcg13.3%Top 30%High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.48 mcg8%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.48 mg4.8%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium54.3 mg5.4%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.9 mg10.7%Top 30%High
Magnesium19.7 mg4.9%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus98.6 mg9.9%Mid 40%Average
Potassium151.9 mg4.3%Mid 40%Average
Sodium68.2 mg2.8%Bottom 30%Low
Zinc0.48 mg3.2%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.48 mg24%Top 30%High
Selenium13 mcg18.5%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate7.8 g2.6%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0.96 g3.8%Mid 40%Average
Sugars2.2 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.9 g11.7%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.5 mg
Isoleucine0.5 mg
Leucine0.5 mg
Lysine0.5 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.5 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0.5 mg
Arginine0.5 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0.5 mg
Aspartic Acid0.5 mg
Glutamic Acid1 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0.5 mg
Serine0.5 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat10.5 g16.1%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat2.2 g10.8%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat6.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.4 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 307 Calories from Fat 196

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 21.8 g 33.5%

Saturated Fat 4.5 g 22.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 312.4 mg 104.1%

Sodium 141.8 mg 5.9%

Total Carbohydrates 16.3 g 5.4%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 4.6 g

Protein 12.2 g 24.4%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 21.7%

Calcium 11.3% Iron 22.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://www.food.com/recipe/frittata-of-leeks-455599 Embed Table:

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