Leeks
Common leeks kind of look like a giant scallion. They have a straight, white stem that gradually becomes lighter green, making way to the dark, almost blue-green of the top leaves. Kurrat, the so-called “Middle Eastern” leek, has fewer tough green, outer leaves (which are frequently eaten, unlike the leaves of the common leek).
Leeks are very high in Vitamins A and K and are good sources of Vitamin B-6, folate, iron, calcium and manganese. They are also high in fiber and low in calories. Leeks are also a mild diuretic (there is even a “leek soup diet” that supposedly helps with weight loss) and are high in antioxidant polyphenols. In general, allium family members have been linked to improved cardiovascular health and are used as a remedy for inflammation.
Sold in a bunch 3-4 large or 4-5 medium
Common leeks kind of look like a giant scallion. They have a straight, white stem that gradually becomes lighter green, making way to the dark, almost blue-green of the top leaves. Kurrat, the so-called “Middle Eastern” leek, has fewer tough green, outer leaves (which are frequently eaten, unlike the leaves of the common leek).
Leeks are very high in Vitamins A and K and are good sources of Vitamin B-6, folate, iron, calcium and manganese. They are also high in fiber and low in calories. Leeks are also a mild diuretic (there is even a “leek soup diet” that supposedly helps with weight loss) and are high in antioxidant polyphenols. In general, allium family members have been linked to improved cardiovascular health and are used as a remedy for inflammation.
Sold in a bunch 3-4 large or 4-5 medium
Common leeks kind of look like a giant scallion. They have a straight, white stem that gradually becomes lighter green, making way to the dark, almost blue-green of the top leaves. Kurrat, the so-called “Middle Eastern” leek, has fewer tough green, outer leaves (which are frequently eaten, unlike the leaves of the common leek).
Leeks are very high in Vitamins A and K and are good sources of Vitamin B-6, folate, iron, calcium and manganese. They are also high in fiber and low in calories. Leeks are also a mild diuretic (there is even a “leek soup diet” that supposedly helps with weight loss) and are high in antioxidant polyphenols. In general, allium family members have been linked to improved cardiovascular health and are used as a remedy for inflammation.
Sold in a bunch 3-4 large or 4-5 medium