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Leek Spinach Börek Calories
Savory pastry with leek and spinach filling
In season: Autumn · Winter · Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Leek Spinach Börek (140 g) has 375 calories. That works out to 268 calories per 100 g. It contains 38.4 g of carbs, 9.5 g of protein, 19.9 g of fat and 3.6 g of fiber. Its 72.8 µg of Vitamin K covers 61% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Leek Spinach Börek Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 140 g
375
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
38.4g
· 14% DV
Protein
9.5g
· 19% DV
Fat
19.9g
· 26% DV
Fiber
3.6g
· 13% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 41% · Protein 10% · Fat 49%
Leek Spinach Börek nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (140 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 375 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19.9 g | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 5.74 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.11 g | |
| Sodium | 504 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 38.4 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% |
| Protein | 9.5 g | 19% |
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 Spinach Börek?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 140 g | 375 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 188 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 70 g | 188 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 85 g | 228 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 268 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 130 g | 348 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 482 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 590 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 260 g | 697 kcal |
Calculated from 268 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leek Spinach Börek
What is leek spinach börek made of?
Leek spinach börek is made with thin pastry layers wrapped around a savory filling of leeks and spinach. Recipes may also include cheese, egg, herbs, or a little onion, while the pastry is brushed with oil or a milk-and-egg mixture.
How is leek spinach börek different from spanakopita?
Leek spinach börek includes leeks alongside spinach and is usually made with Turkish yufka, while spanakopita typically features spinach and feta in Greek phyllo pastry. The fillings and pastry traditions differ, though both are layered, savory baked pies.
Why does leek spinach börek turn soggy?
Leek spinach börek turns soggy when the vegetables release excess water or warm filling is placed directly onto the pastry. Drain washed spinach well, cook the filling until excess moisture evaporates, and let it cool before assembling.
Can you make leek spinach börek with puff pastry?
Yes, you can make leek spinach börek with puff pastry, although the result will be richer and less flaky in the thin-layered style of traditional börek. Use a cooled, fairly dry filling so steam does not make the pastry base wet.
Is leek spinach börek served hot or cold?
Leek spinach börek can be served hot, warm, or at room temperature. Let it rest briefly after baking so the layers set and it is easier to slice; warm börek is especially popular as a snack or light meal.
How do you reheat leek spinach börek without making it soft?
Reheat leek spinach börek in an oven or toaster oven to bring back some crispness. Place the portion on a tray and heat it until warmed through; a microwave is quicker but tends to soften the pastry.
Can leek spinach börek be frozen?
Yes, leek spinach börek freezes well after baking. Cool it completely, wrap individual portions or seal them in a freezer-safe container, then reheat from thawed in the oven. This helps the pastry stay crisper than microwave reheating.
What can you serve with leek spinach börek?
Leek spinach börek pairs well with a crisp salad, plain yogurt, or a simple tomato and cucumber side. For a Turkish-style snack or breakfast, serve it with tea; for lunch, add soup or a larger salad.
Can you make leek spinach börek without cheese?
Yes, leek spinach börek can be made without cheese; the leek and spinach filling is flavorful on its own. Cook the vegetables until their moisture has evaporated, and season the filling with herbs, pepper, or a little onion for extra depth.
Is leek spinach börek a good make-ahead meal?
Yes, leek spinach börek is convenient to prepare ahead. Cook and cool the filling in advance, then assemble and bake the börek closer to serving time; keeping the filling dry helps prevent the pastry from becoming soggy.
Leek Spinach Börek Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
72.8µg · 61% DV
Vitamin A
231µg · 26% DV
Biotin
5.6µg · 19% DV
Vitamin E
2.66mg · 18% DV
Minerals
Selenium
15µg · 27% DV
Manganese
0.59mg · 26% DV
Sodium
504mg · 22% DV
Phosphorus
134mg · 19% DV
Potassium ⭐
294mg · 9% DV
Leek Spinach Börek Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Leek Spinach Börek
To burn the 375 calories in 1 piece (medium) (140 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Leek Spinach Börek?
Leek Spinach Börek is a Turkish-style savoury pastry made with thin sheets of yufka wrapped or layered around a filling of leek and spinach, then baked. Börek is found across Turkish and neighbouring food traditions, with fillings and shapes that vary from one household and region to another.
It is usually served warm, often at breakfast or alongside tea, and also makes an easy snack or light meal. The pastry turns crisp at the edges while the vegetable filling stays soft and savoury. Its energy comes largely from the pastry and cooking fat, while the greens contribute some fibre; it is not especially high in protein. Serve it with a fresh salad for a lighter, balanced plate.
How Nutritious Is Leek Spinach Börek?
Nutrient density
Medium
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
Medium
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 Spinach Börek 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 Spinach Börek Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Leek Spinach Börek 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 Spinach Börek Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.74g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.76g
Omega 6:3 ratio 39.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (39.5:1).
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