Leek and Watercress Soup Recipe
Leek and Watercress Soup has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and low-protein content.
The food contains 3.2g 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 0.4 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its low fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.
It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 86, for Leek and Watercress Soup, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 7% | |
| Calories from Fat | 38% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 55% |
Why this is good for you
- Very low in Cholesterol
- Low in Saturated Fat
- Very low in Sodium
Why this is bad for you
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 2069 IU | 41.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Retinol | 27.6 mcg | |||
| Vitamin C | 17.2 mg | 28.7% | Top 30% | High |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 IU | 0.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
| Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
| Niacin | 0 mg | |||
| Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
| Folate | 51.7 mcg | 12.9% | Top 30% | High |
| Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 72.4 mg | 7.2% | Top 30% | High |
| Iron | 0 mg | |||
| Magnesium | 27.6 mg | 6.9% | Top 30% | High |
| Phosphorus | 41.4 mg | 4.1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Potassium | 210.3 mg | 6% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Sodium | 47.2 mg | 2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Zinc | 0 mg | |||
| Copper | 0 mg | |||
| Manganese | 0 mg | |||
| Selenium | 0 mcg |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 11 g | 3.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Sugars | 2.8 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 1.4 g | 2.8% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
| Threonine | 0 mg | |||
| Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
| Leucine | 0 mg | |||
| Lysine | 0 mg | |||
| Methionine | 0 mg | |||
| Cystine | 0 mg | |||
| Phenylalanine | 0 mg | |||
| Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
| Valine | 0 mg | |||
| Arginine | 0 mg | |||
| Histidine | 0 mg | |||
| Alanine | 0 mg | |||
| Aspartic Acid | 0 mg | |||
| Glutamic Acid | 0 mg | |||
| Glycine | 0 mg | |||
| Proline | 0 mg | |||
| Serine | 0 mg |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 3.4 g | 5.3% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Saturated Fat | 2.1 g | 10.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g |
Other Nutrients Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0 g | |||
| Ash | 0 g | |||
| Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
| Theobromine | 0 mg |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 23 Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1 g 1.5%
Saturated Fat 0.6 g 3%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 2.5 mg 0.8%
Sodium 13.7 mg 0.6%
Total Carbohydrates 3.2 g 1.1%
Dietary Fiber 0.4 g1.6%
Sugars 0.8 g
Protein 0.4 g 0.8%
Vitamin A 12% Vitamin C 8.3%
Calcium 2.1% Iron
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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