Asparagus, raw Nutrition Facts
Raw asparagus is a crisp, fresh vegetable that feels light and bright on the plate. One serving has just 20 calories, with 0.1g fat, 3.9g carbs, and 2.2g protein.
It also provides 2.1g fiber, which helps make it feel filling. You’ll get 1.9g sugar per serving, so it has a mild natural sweetness without being overly sweet.
Because it’s so low in fat and calories, raw asparagus works well in salads or as a crunchy snack. It’s simple, clean, and easy to enjoy.
Asparagus, raw
Serving size: 100 g
Calories20kcal
Net Carbs1.8g
Protein2.2g
Fat0.1g
Where do the calories come from?
Protein 35%
Carbs 61%
Fat 4%
What is this food made of?
Water 94%
Protein 2%
Carbs 4%
Fat 0%
Blood Sugar Index0Low
Inflammation Score0Low
PRAL Score1.08Acidic
Amino Acid Score9%Incomplete
Detailed Nutrition Facts
Macronutrients
| Calories (kcal) | 20 | 1% | |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | — | |
| Cholesterol | — | — | |
| Sodium | |||
| 2 mg | 0% | ||
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.9 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | |||
| 2.1 g | 8% | ||
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | — | |
| Protein | 2.2 g | 4% |
Vitamins
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 5.6 mg | 9% |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.1 mcg | 8% |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 38 mcg | 5% |
| Vitamin A, IU | 756 mcg | 95% |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 41.6 mcg | 35% |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 mcg | — |
Source: USDA FoodData Central