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Asparagus Fries - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Asparagus Fries Recipe

Asparagus Fries has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 16.1g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 5.5 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as an Appetizer.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 71, for Asparagus Fries, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein21%
 Calories from Fat17%
 Calories from Carbs62%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Vitamin C
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A610 IU12.2%
Vitamin C12.3 mg20.5%
Vitamin D8 IU2%
Vitamin E1.8 mg6%
Thiamin0.28 mg18.8%
Riboflavin0.22 mg13.2%
Niacin2.1 mg10.5%
Vitamin B60.16 mg7.9%
Folate144 mcg36%
Vitamin B120.1 mcg1.7%
Pantothenic Acid0.25 mg2.5%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium46 mg4.6%
Iron1.7 mg9.7%
Magnesium22.8 mg5.7%
Phosphorus97 mg9.7%
Potassium294.4 mg8.4%
Sodium227 mg9.5%
Zinc0.75 mg5%
Copper0.2 mg9.8%
Manganese0.39 mg19.5%
Selenium6.7 mcg9.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate16.1 g5.4%
Dietary Fiber2.6 g10.4%
Sugars0.7 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.5 g11%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat1.9 g2.9%
Saturated Fat0.5 g2.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.6 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 102 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 1.9 g 2.9%

Saturated Fat 0.5 g 2.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 37.1 mg 12.4%

Sodium 227 mg 9.5%

Total Carbohydrates 16.1 g 5.4%

Dietary Fiber 2.6 g10.4%

Sugars 0.7 g

Protein 5.5 g 11%

Vitamin A 12.2% Vitamin C 20.5%

Calcium 4.6% Iron 9.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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