Asparagus, raw Nutrition Facts
Quick answer
One 100 g serving of asparagus, raw has 20 calories, 3.9 g of carbs, and 2.1 g of fiber.
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Nutrition Facts
Calories
26.8
| Amount | %DV* | |
|---|---|---|
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | — |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 2.7 mg | 0% |
| Carbs | 5.2 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% |
| Sugars | 2.5 g | — |
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% |
Vitamins & Minerals
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 32.2 mg | 2% |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 270.7 mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 18.8 mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.7 mg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 50.9 mcg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 7.5 mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | 0% |
* % Daily Value (DV) shows how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet, based on 2,000 calories a day — FDA Daily Values, 21 CFR 101.9. Not shown for Trans Fat (no DV established) or Sugars (the DV covers added sugars only; this record's Sugars value is total sugars).
Calories by Macronutrient
Protein 35%
Carbs 62%
Fat 4%
Share of calories from each macronutrient — 4 kcal/g protein & carbs, 9 kcal/g fat (FDA's general Atwater factors).
Common questions
How many calories are in a cup (134 g) of asparagus, raw?
A cup (134 g) serving of asparagus, raw has 26.8 calories, per USDA FoodData Central.
Is asparagus, raw low in carbs?
Yes — a 100 g serving of asparagus, raw has 3.9 g of carbs, or 1% of the FDA Daily Value. The FDA considers 20% DV or more "high" and 5% DV or less "low."