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Baby Leek
"Sweet and tender, a mild onion delight"
Baby Leek, a young and delicate member of the Allium family, prized for its mild onion flavor and tender texture, making it a popular addition to salads, soups, and side dishes.
Also known as
Young leek, baby garlic, belle brute
Botanical name
Allium ampeloprasum
Product Details
PLU Code
94630
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Leeks › All Sizes
Origin
Europe, Mediterranean region
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
Not established
Status
Approved
About Baby Leek
Commonly used in French and Mediterranean cuisine, baby leeks are best harvested when young and tender, with a maximum diameter of 1-2 inches and a length of 5-6 inches.
Nutrition Information
Baby Leek, per 100g serving, contains approximately 61 calories, 2.9g protein, 1.5g fat, 13.4g carbohydrates, 2.3g dietary fiber, and 0.2g sugars. It is a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, including potassium, folate, manganese, and vitamins K and C.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for leeks. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Humidity
95-100%
Packaging
Breathable bags, boxes or bins with minimal wrapping
Storage Notes: Leeks need very high humidity to prevent wilting and should be kept as cold as possible without freezing, away from ethylene-producing products. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 379-381.
Applies to: leeks.
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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