Spinach and Leek Gratin with Roquefort Crumb Topping Recipe

Spinach and Leek Gratin with Roquefort Crumb Topping has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 23g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 12 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is very high in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

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 has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.

It belongs to French cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Spinach and Leek Gratin with Roquefort Crumb Topping has been given a composite ranking of 47, and in moderation.