Vegetables

Organic Leek

7,00 €

Minimum order of 0,25 kg

Rated with 5.00 out of 5 based on 1 customer rating

1 review

Organic Leek, grown in Playa San Juan, in the south of Tenerife.

Summary of Organic Leek

Product Details

Some of the benefits of leek are:

Strengthens the immune system.
It is a natural antibiotic due to its sulfur compounds.
It has very few calories.
It has diuretic properties.
With high fiber content it has a slight laxative effect.
Helps reduce cholesterol and triglycerides.

Season calendar

Leek is a vegetable that can be grown in the Canary Islands throughout the year, but the best months to buy it are autumn (from September to November) and winter (from January to March). During these months, the weather is cooler and more humid, which favors the growth of the leek.

Spring (March to June): The weather is cooler and wetter, which makes it difficult for leeks to grow. However, it is still possible to find leek in markets, although it may be more expensive and of lower quality.
Summer (July to August): The weather is very hot and dry, which makes leek growth difficult. It is difficult to find leeks in the markets during these months.
Autumn (September to November): The climate is cooler and more humid, which favors the growth of leeks. It is the best time to buy leeks in the Canary Islands. The leek grown in the Canary Islands during these months is fresh, with an intense and aromatic flavor.
Winter (December to February): The climate is very cold and dry, which makes leek growth difficult. It is difficult to find leeks in the markets during these months.

Selection tips

Here are some tips for choosing fresh leeks:

The leek should be firm and have no soft spots.
The leek should be bright green.
The leek should have a strong, fresh smell.
If the leek does not meet these criteria, it is probably not fresh and does not taste good.

Conservation

Here are some tips for storing fresh leeks:

Store leeks in a cool, dry place.
Leeks will stay fresh for about 7 days in the refrigerator.
Do not wash the leeks before storing them. Wash the leeks just before using them.
Wrap the leeks in aluminum foil or a damp paper towel before storing. This will help keep the leeks fresh and crisp.

1 valuation Organic Leek

Rated with 5 5

chaxi - June 2th, 2024

I am delighted with the organic leeks that I bought in this store! The quality is exceptional and it shows that they are fresh and natural.