Is leek low FODMAP?

High

Only in small amounts. Leek is low FODMAP up to 14 g (2 tablespoons), less than a usual serving. At 18 g (¼ cup) it is moderate in fructans. This is for raw white leek bulb; other forms are below.

How much stays low

Low up to 14 g

Low up to
14 g
Not low from
18 g (¼ cup)
High from
75 g (¾ cup)

Each mark is a rated serving. Between two marks the higher rating applies; past the last one nothing is rated.

Every rated serving

AmountRatingNot low in
14 g (2 tablespoons)LowAll six groups low
18 g (¼ cup)ModerateFructans
75 g (¾ cup)HighFructans

Low means every FODMAP group is under its per-serving cut-off. Moderate and high are the two steps above it. FODMAPs add up across a meal, so several low servings together can be too much.

Other forms

Ripeness, the part you eat and how it’s prepared can change the answer.

  • Raw leek greens
    Low up to 75 g

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Where the numbers come from

Fodmi estimates FODMAP content from published food composition data. It is not medical advice. Tolerance varies from person to person; follow a low FODMAP diet with a qualified health professional.

Data from Fodmi’s food catalog, checked October 28, 2026.Sources and method