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Olive oil, fiber-rich, low calorie, high in vitamins and minerals
In season: Autumn · Winter · Spring
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Leek Stew with Olive Oil (180 g) has 135 calories. That works out to 75 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.3 g of carbs, 2.3 g of protein, 7.6 g of fat and 4.3 g of fiber. Its 84.6 µg of Vitamin K covers 71% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Leek stew with olive oil is a Turkish home-style dish of leeks gently braised with carrots, rice and olive oil. Lemon is often added during cooking or squeezed over the dish just before serving.
The leeks turn tender and mellow, while the carrots bring a subtle sweetness. In Turkey, it is commonly served at room temperature or chilled as part of a meal alongside other olive-oil dishes; it also works as a light lunch with bread. It is vegetable-forward and provides fibre, with about 75 calories per 100 g. For a more filling plant-based meal, serve it with beans or lentils.
Selected: 100 g
75
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
8.5g
· 3% DV
Protein
1.3g
· 3% DV
Fat
4.2g
· 5% DV
Fiber
2.4g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 44% · Protein 7% · Fat 49%
Vitamins
Vitamin K
47µg · 39% DV
Vitamin E
1.5mg · 10% DV
Folate
32µg · 8% DV
Vitamin C
7.5mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Sodium
210mg · 9% DV
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
Calcium
45mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
32mg · 5% DV
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 75 calories in 100 g:
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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.
NOVA 2
Minimally 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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.9g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.45g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.7:1).
Leek stew with olive oil is usually made with leeks, carrots, olive oil, rice, water and lemon. Gently cook the sliced vegetables in the oil, add rice and water, then simmer until tender; let the stew cool before serving.
Leek stew with olive oil is traditionally served cold or at room temperature. Cooling it in the pot helps the leek pieces hold their shape and gives the olive oil, vegetables and lemon time to meld.
Leek stew with olive oil is often made with a little rice, but rice-free versions are common too. Rice thickens the cooking liquid and makes the dish more filling; if omitting it, use less water and watch the leeks closely.
Yes, orange juice can replace lemon in leek stew with olive oil for a milder, slightly sweet-tart flavor. Add it near the end of cooking, and use less water so the finished stew does not become too thin.
To keep leek stew with olive oil from getting mushy, cut the leeks into thick, even pieces and simmer them gently without frequent stirring. Let the stew cool in its pot rather than transferring or stirring it while hot.
Leek stew with olive oil is usually made with the white and pale-green parts, which become tender as they cook. Split the stalks lengthwise and rinse between the layers to remove grit before cutting them into pieces.
Serve leek stew with olive oil with crusty bread, plain yogurt or a crisp salad. Since the dish is often eaten cold and may already contain rice, simple sides work better than another rich or heavily seasoned main.
Leek stew with olive oil keeps for about three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it once cool, and take out only the portion you plan to serve to avoid repeated warming and cooling.
Yes, leek stew with olive oil can be frozen, though the leeks and rice may turn softer after thawing. Cool it completely, freeze in airtight portions, and thaw in the refrigerator before reheating gently.
For leek stew with olive oil, trim the root and tough dark-green tops, then split each leek lengthwise and rinse between its layers. Soil often hides inside the stalk, so rinse thoroughly before slicing.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.