Calories in asparagus
Asparagus (1 cup, 134 g) has 27 calories, with 2.9 g of protein, 5.2 g of carbohydrates and 0.2 g of fat. Per 100 g, that's 20 kcal.
Values are for Asparagus, raw. Amounts vary with size, variety and preparation.
Asparagus
Per 1 cup (134 g)
Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Calories in asparagus by serving
| Serving | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 20 | 2.2 g | 3.9 g | 0.1 g |
| 1 cup | 134 g | 27 | 2.9 g | 5.2 g | 0.2 g |
| 1 spear, small (5" long or less) | 12 g | 2 | 0.3 g | 0.5 g | 0 g |
| 1 spear, medium (5-1/4" to 7" long) | 16 g | 3 | 0.4 g | 0.6 g | 0 g |
| 1 spear, large (7-1/4" to 8-1/2") | 20 g | 4 | 0.4 g | 0.8 g | 0 g |
| 1 spear, extra large (8-3/4" to 10" long) | 24 g | 5 | 0.5 g | 0.9 g | 0 g |
| 1 spear tip (2" long or less) | 4 g | 1 | 0.1 g | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| 1 oz | 28 g | 6 | 0.6 g | 1.1 g | 0 g |
Where the calories come from
Protein 35%Carbs 61%Fat 4%
Asparagus has a very low energy density (0.2 kcal per gram). It provides 11 g of protein per 100 kcal, which makes it a lean protein source.
Vegetables: calories compared
| Per 100 g | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celery | 14 | 0.7 g | 3 g | 0.2 g |
| Cucumber | 15 | 0.7 g | 3.6 g | 0.1 g |
| Zucchini | 17 | 1.2 g | 3.1 g | 0.3 g |
| Romaine lettuce | 17 | 1.2 g | 3.3 g | 0.3 g |
| Tomato | 18 | 0.9 g | 3.9 g | 0.2 g |
| Asparagus | 20 | 2.2 g | 3.9 g | 0.1 g |
| Mushrooms | 22 | 3.1 g | 3.3 g | 0.3 g |
| Spinach | 23 | 2.9 g | 3.6 g | 0.4 g |
| Cauliflower | 25 | 1.9 g | 5 g | 0.3 g |
| Red bell pepper | 26 | 1 g | 6 g | 0.3 g |
| Green beans | 31 | 1.8 g | 7 g | 0.2 g |
| Broccoli | 34 | 2.8 g | 6.6 g | 0.4 g |
| Onion | 40 | 1.1 g | 9.3 g | 0.1 g |
| Carrots | 41 | 0.9 g | 9.6 g | 0.2 g |
| Green peas | 78 | 5.2 g | 14.3 g | 0.3 g |
| Sweet potato | 90 | 2 g | 20.7 g | 0.1 g |
| Baked potato | 93 | 2.5 g | 21.1 g | 0.1 g |
| Corn on the cob | 96 | 3.4 g | 21 g | 1.5 g |
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Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, SR Legacy, FDC ID 168389. Calories are rounded to the nearest whole number and nutrients to one decimal place.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in asparagus?
27 calories in 1 cup (134 g), or 20 calories per 100 g.
How much protein is in asparagus?
2.9 g of protein in 1 cup (134 g) (2.2 g per 100 g).
How many carbs are in asparagus?
5.2 g of carbohydrates in 1 cup (134 g), including 2.8 g of fiber.