Soup, potato and leek, homemade

Potato and leek soup is a cooked soup made from potatoes and leeks. The figures here describe a homemade recipe, rather than a packaged product. It mainly provides carbohydrate, with some fat and protein. Per 100g, it contains 6.2g of carbohydrate, 2.2g of fat and 1.5g of protein, and provides 235 kJ of energy.

Carbohydrate provides energy for the body, while protein supports the maintenance and repair of tissues. The salt and saturated fat content of homemade soup can vary with the ingredients used, including stock, butter or cream. These differences are worth noting when monitoring salt, saturated fat or energy intake. Full nutrient figures for this recipe are in the tables below.