Asparagus Spears
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Asparagus Spears contains 12 kcal per 100 g. A serving, 0.5 cup, 125 g (125 g) provides about 15 kcal.
Roughly 50% of its calories come from protein, with 50% from carbohydrates and 0% from fat (estimated with general energy factors).
That is less energy than the typical item in beverages on FoodFactly, where the median is 18 kcal per 100 g across 110 products.
100 g provides 158% of the Daily Value for iodine, 28% of the Daily Value for Folate (B9) and 13% of the Daily Value for Vitamin A.
The values are label data submitted by the manufacturer to USDA FoodData Central.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories L | 12 kcal | |
| Total fat L | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat L | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat L | 0 g | |
| Cholesterol L | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium L | 272 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrates L | 1.6 g | 0.6% |
| Dietary fiber L | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Total sugars L | 0.8 g | |
| Added sugars L | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein L | 1.6 g | 3% |
| Vitamin A L | 120 µg | 13% |
| Vitamin C L | 9.6 mg | 11% |
| Vitamin D L | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E L | 0.12 mg | 0.8% |
| Thiamin (B1) L | 0.036 mg | 3% |
| Riboflavin (B2) L | 0.031 mg | 2% |
| Niacin (B3) L | 0.33 mg | 2% |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) L | 0.14 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 L | 0.11 mg | 7% |
| Folate (B9) L | 112 µg | 28% |
| Vitamin B12 L | 0 µg | 0% |
| Calcium L | 16 mg | 1% |
| Iron L | 0.29 mg | 2% |
| Magnesium L | 9.6 mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus L | 64.9 mg | 5% |
| Potassium L | 202 mg | 4% |
| Zinc L | 0.17 mg | 2% |
| Copper L | 0.068 mg | 8% |
| Manganese L | 0.14 mg | 6% |
| Selenium L | 1.9 µg | 3% |
| Iodine L | 236 µg | 158% |
% DV: percent of the FDA Daily Value for adults (reference amounts). Letters show how each value was obtained: M measured, C calculated, L label, Z assumed zero, I imputed. Vitamins and minerals not listed were not reported by the source.
Nutritional breakdown
- Protein 50%
- Carbohydrates 50%
Approximate share of calories, using general energy factors (4 kcal/g protein and carbohydrate, 9 kcal/g fat, 7 kcal/g alcohol).
Vitamins and minerals, % Daily Value per 100 g
Nutritional insights
- Protein1.6 gbelow the median for beverages (median 1.9 g)
- Fiber0.8 gin the lowest quarter of beverages (median 1.6 g)
- Sugars0.8 gin the lowest quarter of beverages (median 1.1 g)
- Fat0 gin the lowest quarter of beverages (median 0.1 g)
- Sodium272 mgbelow the median for beverages (median 284 mg)
- Protein per 100 kcal13.3 gprotein density, useful for comparing foods with different calorie levels
- Water81.8 gwater per 100 g, which largely explains differences between raw, cooked and dried forms
Full nutrient profile
Fats and cholesterol (2)
| Monounsaturated fat L | 0 g |
|---|---|
| Polyunsaturated fat L | 0 g |
Sugars and starch (1)
| Starch L | 0.13 g |
|---|
Carotenoids (1)
| Beta-carotene L | 223 µg |
|---|
Other components (3)
| Water L | 81.8 g |
|---|---|
| Alcohol L | 0 g |
| Vitamin A, IU L | 400 IU |
Values by source
More than one dataset describes this food. FoodFactly keeps each source's values separately instead of blending them. The headline values above come from USDA FoodData Central: Branded Foods.
| Per 100 g | Open Food Facts | USDA Branded |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 20 kcal | 12 kcal |
| Protein | 2 g | 1.6 g |
| Carbohydrates | 2 g | 1.6 g |
| Fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1 g | 0.8 g |
| Sugars | 1 g | 0.8 g |
| Sodium | 230 mg | 272 mg |
Product details
- Brand
- Great Value
- Barcode
- 0605388186591
- Quantity
- 240g
- Label serving
- 0.5 cup (125 g)
- Category
- Asparagus
- Nutri-Score
- A as computed by Open Food Facts
- NOVA group
- 3 processing level (1 to 4), as classified by Open Food Facts
Ingredients
Green asparagus, water, salt.
As listed on the package and transcribed by Open Food Facts contributors. Always check the package for allergens.
Ingredient guides: Salt
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Per 100 g. Calories in kcal. n/a: not reported by the source.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Asparagus Spears?
100 g of Asparagus Spears has 12 kcal. Serving, 0.5 cup, 125 g (125 g): about 15 kcal.
How much protein is in Asparagus Spears?
Asparagus Spears contains 1.6 g of protein per 100 g (3% of the 50 g Daily Value), or 2 g in serving, 0.5 cup, 125 g (125 g). About 50% of its calories come from protein. Compared with other beverages, that is below the median (median 1.9 g).
How many carbs are in Asparagus Spears?
Asparagus Spears has 1.6 g of total carbohydrates per 100 g, including 0.8 g of fiber and 0.8 g of sugars.
How much fat is in Asparagus Spears?
Asparagus Spears contains 0 g of fat per 100 g, of which 0 g is saturated (0% of the Daily Value).
What vitamins and minerals does Asparagus Spears contain?
Per 100 g, the most notable amounts relative to the Daily Value are iodine (158% DV), Folate (B9) (28% DV), Vitamin A (13% DV) and Vitamin C (11% DV). The full list is in the vitamins and minerals table above.
How much sodium is in Asparagus Spears?
100 g contains 272 mg of sodium, 12% of the 2,300 mg Daily Value.
Where does this nutrition data come from?
From USDA FoodData Central: Branded Foods, record dated March 25, 2026. FoodFactly last checked it on November 6, 2026. Each value above shows whether it was measured, calculated or taken from a label.
Source of the nutrition information
- USDA FoodData Central: Branded Foods, record 2022359. License: CC0 1.0 (U.S. public domain). Source record dated February 17, 2021. Imported November 6, 2026.
- Open Food Facts, record 0605388186591. License: ODbL 1.0 (Open Food Facts). Source record dated March 25, 2026. Imported November 6, 2026.
Last updated: . Data quality score: 100/100 (how it is calculated).
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