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Microwave Asparagus Salad - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Microwave Asparagus Salad Recipe

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

The food contains 11.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and average 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 average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 4.3 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons.

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 6.12 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 belongs to Chinese cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 91, for Microwave Asparagus Salad, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein10%
 Calories from Fat62%
 Calories from Carbs28%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very high in Iron
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A2250 IU45%
Vitamin C18.6 mg31%
Thiamin0.29 mg19%
Niacin3.4 mg17%
Vitamin B60.22 mg11%
Folate276 mcg69%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium90 mg9%
Iron6.1 mg34%
Magnesium56 mg14%
Potassium457 mg13.1%
Sodium129 mg5.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate11.6 g3.9%
Dietary Fiber3.9 g15.6%
Sugars6.4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein4.3 g8.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat11.5 g17.7%
Saturated Fat1.3 g6.5%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 156 Calories from Fat 103

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 11.5 g 17.7%

Saturated Fat 1.3 g 6.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 129 mg 5.4%

Total Carbohydrates 11.6 g 3.9%

Dietary Fiber 3.9 g15.6%

Sugars 6.4 g

Protein 4.3 g 8.6%

Vitamin A 45% Vitamin C 31%

Calcium 9% Iron 34%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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