Simple, Not Mushy, Asparagus has a low-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Folate.
The food contains 4.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 2.7 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.
It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 90, for Simple, Not Mushy, Asparagus, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 19% | |
Calories from Fat | 49% | |
Calories from Carbs | 32% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.85 IU | 0.02% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 20.5 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 7.7 mg | 12.8% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin D | 1.7 IU | 0.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 0.85 mg | 4.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 144.4 mcg | 36.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 23.1 mg | 2.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 0.85 mg | 4.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 13.7 mg | 3.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 53 mg | 5.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 217.9 mg | 6.2% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 68.4 mg | 2.8% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Zinc | 0.85 mg | 5.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 6 mcg | 8.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Carbohydrate | 3.9 g | 1.3% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7.5% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 1.2 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.9 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 2.3 g | 4.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
Leucine | 0 mg | |||
Lysine | 0 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0 mg | |||
Arginine | 0 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.9 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 0 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 2.6 g | 4.1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 7.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 0.9 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 50 Calories from Fat 28
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.1 g 4.8%
Saturated Fat 1.8 g 9%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 7.6 mg 2.5%
Sodium 80 mg 3.3%
Total Carbohydrates 4.6 g 1.5%
Dietary Fiber 2.2 g8.8%
Sugars 1.4 g
Protein 2.7 g 5.4%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 15%
Calcium 2.7% Iron 5.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 240
Protein 1.2 g | Carbs 8.5 g | Fat 25.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 106
Protein 3.4 g | Carbs 5.8 g | Fat 8.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 116
Protein 7.7 g | Carbs 3.3 g | Fat 8.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 38
Protein 3 g | Carbs 5.1 g | Fat 1.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 105
Protein 6.9 g | Carbs 15.1 g | Fat 2 g
Per Serving | Calories 120
Protein 5.4 g | Carbs 16.2 g | Fat 4.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 745
Protein 31.1 g | Carbs 71 g | Fat 36.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 697
Protein 60 g | Carbs 80 g | Fat 17 g