Asparagus spears

Detailed information about the ingredient asparagus spears.

USDA Information

Long Description Asparagus, raw
Valid Measurements
  • cup
  • spear, small (5" long or less)
  • spear, medium (5-1/4" to 7" long)
  • spear, large (7-1/4" to 8-1/2")
  • spear, extra large (8-3/4" to 10" long)
  • spear tip (2" long or less)

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 100g change
Amount per Serving
Calories 25.0 4% of calories from fat
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.0g0%
 Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
 Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 2mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 4.0g1%
 Dietary Fiber 2.0g8%
 Sugars 2.0g
Protein 2.0g4%
Vitamin A 15%  Vitamin C 9%
Calcium 2%  Iron 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Recipes that contain asparagus spears

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