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Asparagus Parmesan Garlic Spears - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Asparagus Parmesan Garlic Spears Recipe

Asparagus Parmesan Garlic Spears has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 10.7g 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 12.6 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

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.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 5 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. 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.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 51, for Asparagus Parmesan Garlic Spears, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein15%
 Calories from Fat71%
 Calories from Carbs13%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • High in Vitamin C
  • High in Calcium
  • High in Iron
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1.1 IU0%Mid 40%Average
Retinol113 mcg
Vitamin C8.1 mg13.5%Top 30%High
Vitamin D10.3 IU2.6%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1.1 mg5.4%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate65.9 mcg16.5%Top 30%High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.54 mg5.4%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium149.7 mg15%Top 10%Very High
Iron2.7 mg15%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium22.2 mg5.5%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus143.2 mg14.3%Top 30%High
Potassium273.5 mg7.8%Top 30%High
Sodium235 mg9.8%Mid 40%Average
Zinc1.1 mg7.2%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium4.9 mcg6.9%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate5.8 g1.9%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber2.6 g10.6%Top 30%High
Sugars2.4 g
Glucose1.1 mg
Fructose1.1 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein6.8 g13.6%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0.5 mg
Leucine0.5 mg
Lysine0.5 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.5 mg
Tyrosine0.5 mg
Valine0.5 mg
Arginine0.5 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid1.1 mg
Glutamic Acid1.1 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.5 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat13.9 g21.5%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat8.7 g43.5%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat3.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.5 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.6 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 309 Calories from Fat 232

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25.8 g 39.7%

Saturated Fat 16.1 g 80.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 69.9 mg 23.3%

Sodium 434.8 mg 18.1%

Total Carbohydrates 10.7 g 3.6%

Dietary Fiber 4.9 g19.6%

Sugars 4.5 g

Protein 12.6 g 25.2%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 25%

Calcium 27.7% Iron 27.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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