Calories in Asparagus (raw)

Asparagus (raw) has about 20 calories per 1 katori (100 g), with 2.2 g protein, 3.9 g carbs and 0.1 g fat. Per 100 g it has 20 kcal.

Very low calorie
20kcal
Calories · 1 katori (100 g)
2.2g
Protein · 1 katori (100 g)
3.9g
Carbs · 1 katori (100 g)
0.1g
Fat · 1 katori (100 g)
Carbs 61%Protein 35%Fat 4%share of calories

Asparagus (raw) calories by serving size

ServingCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
1 katori (100 g)20 kcal2.2 g3.9 g0.1 g
1 spear (12 g)2 kcal0.3 g0.5 g0 g
100 g20 kcal2.2 g3.9 g0.1 g

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Asparagus (raw) nutrition facts

NutrientPer 100 g
Calories20 kcal
Protein2.2 g
Carbohydrates3.9 g
Fat0.1 g
Fibre2.1 g
Sugar1.9 g
Sodium2 mg
Calcium24 mg
Iron2.1 mg
Potassium202 mg
Vitamin C5.6 mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are for the ready-to-eat form unless the name says raw or dry, and vary with recipe, oil and portion.

Coach's take: is Asparagus (raw) healthy?

  • ●Asparagus (raw) is very low in calories for its volume at 20 kcal per 100 g. About 61% of its calories come from carbs, 35% from protein and 4% from fat.
  • ●For fat loss it's an easy fit: you get a satisfying portion for relatively few calories.

To burn it off: 1 katori (100 g) (20 kcal) takes about 4 min of brisk walking or 2 min of running for a 70 kg adult.

Asparagus (raw): frequently asked questions

How many calories are in one serving of Asparagus (raw)?

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One serving of Asparagus (raw), 1 katori (100 g), has roughly 20 calories, with 2.2 g protein, 3.9 g carbohydrates, 0.1 g fat and 2.1 g fibre.

How many calories are in 100 g of Asparagus (raw)?

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100 g of Asparagus (raw) has 20 kcal, with 2.2 g protein, 3.9 g carbs, 0.1 g fat, 2.1 g fibre and 1.9 g sugar.

How much protein is in Asparagus (raw)?

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Asparagus (raw) has 2.2 g protein per 100 g (2.2 g in 1 katori (100 g)). Protein provides about 35% of its calories.

Is Asparagus (raw) good for weight loss?

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Yes. At 20 kcal per 100 g it is very low in calories for its volume, so it fits a weight-loss diet well.

How long does it take to burn off one serving of Asparagus (raw)?

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Burning roughly 20 kcal takes about 4 minutes of brisk walking or 2 minutes of running for a 70 kg adult. It takes longer if you're lighter and less time if you're heavier.

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