Leeks
Low GI
GL 0.1 per piece (6 g) · GL 2 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load
- Low protein content
Leeks has a glycemic index of 16 (Low). One piece (6 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.1.
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #169246 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice | 6 g | 0.1 |
| 1 cup | 89 g | 1.8 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 61 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 14.15 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 7.26 g |
| Natural | 7.3 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.8 g |
| Soluble | 0.5 g |
| Insoluble | 1.3 g |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g |
| Saturated | 0.04 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.1 g |
| Sodium | 20 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load
- High water content for hydration
- Low protein content
- Low nutrient density compared to leafy greens
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Leeks
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Boerenomelet (Dutch Farmer's Omelette with Spring Vegetables) 18 min · 8 ingredients · easy -
Erwtensoep (Dutch Split Pea Soup with Celeriac and Smoked Sausage) 60 min · 13 ingredients · medium -
Low-GI Fiskesuppe — Salmon and Celeriac Cream Soup 40 min · 11 ingredients · advanced -
Low-GI Linseneintopf (German Lentil Stew with Celeriac) 45 min · 12 ingredients · advanced -
Low-GI Lohikeitto: Finnish Creamy Salmon Soup 45 min · 16 ingredients · medium -
Slow-Roasted Caramelized Leeks with Olive Oil 125 min · 3 ingredients · easy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Leeks?
Leeks has a glycemic index of 16 (Low). One piece (6 g) has a glycemic load of 0.1; per 100 g the glycemic load is 2.
Is Leeks good for people with insulin resistance?
Leeks has a low glycemic index (16), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Leeks has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Leeks in this database, Boiled leek has the lowest glycemic load (1 per 100 g).
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