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Asparagus with Lemon and Butter - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Asparagus with Lemon and Butter Recipe

Asparagus with Lemon and Butter has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and low-protein content.

The food contains 4g 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 2 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the low fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Asparagus with Lemon and Butter has been given a composite ranking of 74, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein17%
 Calories from Fat48%
 Calories from Carbs34%

Why this is good for you

  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A750 IU15%
Vitamin C6 mg10%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium20 mg2%
Iron1.8 mg10%
Potassium200 mg5.7%
Sodium60 mg2.5%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate4 g1.3%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars2 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2 g4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.5 g3.8%
Saturated Fat1.5 g7.5%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 40 Calories from Fat 20

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2.5 g 3.8%

Saturated Fat 1.5 g 7.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 5 mg 1.7%

Sodium 60 mg 2.5%

Total Carbohydrates 4 g 1.3%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 2 g

Protein 2 g 4%

Vitamin A 15% Vitamin C 10%

Calcium 2% Iron 10%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Asparagus-with-Lemon-and-Butter-109325 Embed Table:

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