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Leek börek with baklava phyllo Calories
Detailed nutrition analysis with calories, glycemic index, vitamins and minerals.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Leek börek with baklava phyllo (80 g) has 188 calories. That works out to 235 calories per 100 g. It contains 21.6 g of carbs, 4.2 g of protein, 8.8 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 16.8 µg of Vitamin K covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Leek börek with baklava phyllo Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
188
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
21.6g
· 8% DV
Protein
4.2g
· 8% DV
Fat
8.8g
· 11% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 9% · Fat 44%
Leek börek with baklava phyllo nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (80 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 188 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.8 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 2.08 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 272 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 21.6 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Leek börek with baklava phyllo?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 188 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 141 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 235 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 235 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 282 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 353 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 160 g | 376 kcal |
Calculated from 235 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leek börek with baklava phyllo
What is leek börek with baklava phyllo?
Leek börek with baklava phyllo is a savoury Turkish-style pastry made by layering delicate baklava sheets around a leek filling. Despite the name of the pastry sheets, the dish is not a dessert; it is baked until crisp and golden.
How do you make leek börek with baklava phyllo?
To make leek börek with baklava phyllo, soften chopped, cleaned leeks in a pan, then layer the filling between brushed sheets of phyllo. Cut the assembled börek into portions and bake until the layers are browned and crisp.
Is leek börek with baklava phyllo sweet or savoury?
Leek börek with baklava phyllo is savoury, not sweet. Baklava phyllo is used for its thin, crisp layers, while the leek filling is seasoned as a savoury mixture; the name does not mean the börek contains baklava filling.
Why use baklava phyllo for leek börek?
Baklava phyllo gives leek börek thinner, more numerous layers than many standard pastry sheets, creating a delicate crunch when baked. Handle it quickly and keep unused sheets covered, because the thin pastry can dry out and crack.
Can you use regular phyllo instead of baklava phyllo in leek börek?
Yes, regular phyllo can be used for leek börek if baklava phyllo is unavailable. The finished layers may be less delicate or crisp, so adjust how many sheets you layer according to their thickness rather than treating the two pastries as identical.
Does leek börek with baklava phyllo contain meat?
No, leek börek with baklava phyllo is commonly made with a leek-based filling and does not need meat. Recipes vary, though, and some add cheese or other ingredients, so a particular bakery’s version may differ.
How do you keep leek börek with baklava phyllo from getting soggy?
Keep leek börek with baklava phyllo crisp by cooking excess moisture out of the leek filling and letting it cool before layering. Avoid overfilling the pastry, and bake the assembled börek until its layers are properly browned.
What should you serve with leek börek with baklava phyllo?
Leek börek with baklava phyllo pairs well with plain yogurt or a fresh salad, which balances its flaky, rich layers. In Turkey, börek is also commonly served with tea, making it suitable for a light meal or a shared table.
Can you freeze leek börek with baklava phyllo?
Yes, you can freeze baked leek börek with baklava phyllo once it has cooled. Freeze portions in an airtight container, then reheat them in the oven after thawing; this works better for restoring crispness than reheating in a microwave.
How should you reheat leftover leek börek with baklava phyllo?
Reheat leftover leek börek with baklava phyllo in an oven until hot to bring back some of its crisp texture. A microwave warms it quickly but tends to soften the thin layers, so it is less suitable when crisp pastry matters.
Leek börek with baklava phyllo Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
16.8µg · 14% DV
Vitamin A
88µg · 10% DV
B6
0.1mg · 6% DV
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Sodium
272mg · 12% DV
Selenium
4.8µg · 9% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
44mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
96mg · 3% DV
Leek börek with baklava phyllo Glycemic Index
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Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Leek börek with baklava phyllo
To burn the 188 calories in 1 piece (medium) (80 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Leek börek with baklava phyllo?
Leek börek with baklava phyllo is a savoury Turkish pastry made by layering thin, delicate sheets of baklava phyllo around a leek filling and baking until crisp. The filling is soft and gently sweet, contrasting with the flaky, crunchy pastry. In Turkey it may be served warm or at room temperature for breakfast, alongside tea, or as a light meal; yoghurt or ayran makes a familiar accompaniment.
The pastry makes it an energy-giving choice, while the leek contributes some fibre. It is not especially protein-rich, so pair it with yoghurt or a salad for a more balanced meal, or choose a smaller piece for a lighter snack.
How Nutritious Is Leek börek with baklava phyllo?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Leek börek with baklava phyllo Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Leek börek with baklava phyllo Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Leek börek with baklava phyllo Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Leek börek with baklava phyllo Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.08g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.96g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.76g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.7:1).
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