1 cup (medium) of Steamed Leek (90 g) has 28 calories. That works out to 31 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.8 g of carbs, 1.4 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 42.3 µg of Vitamin K covers 35% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 32 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Steamed Leek Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

7.6g

· 3% DV

Protein

1.5g

· 3% DV

Fat

0.3g

· 0% DV

Fiber

1.8g

· 6% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 78% · Protein 15% · Fat 7%

Steamed Leek Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin K

47µg · 39% DV

Folate

64µg · 16% DV

0.23mg · 14% DV

Vitamin C

12mg · 13% DV

Minerals

Iron

2mg · 11% DV

Magnesium

28mg · 7% DV

Calcium

59mg · 6% DV

Phosphorus

35mg · 5% DV

How Nutritious Is Steamed Leek?

Nutrient density

High

65/ 100

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

48/ 100

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.

Steamed Leek Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Steamed Leek

To burn the 31 calories in 100 g:

🚶

8min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

3min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

4min

Cycling

🏊

4min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

Is Steamed Leek Processed?

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.

Does Steamed Leek Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free

Dairy free

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Steamed Leek Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Steamed Leek Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.04g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.01g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.05g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 1.5:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Steamed Leek

How many calories are in steamed leeks?

Steamed leeks contain 31 calories per 100 g. The same amount provides 7.6 g of carbohydrates, 1.5 g of protein, and 0.3 g of fat.

Are steamed leeks suitable for a low-glycemic diet?

Yes. Steamed leeks have a glycemic index of 32, which is low, and provide 1.8 g of fiber per 100 g.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.

· Last updated: September 23, 2026