Asparagus, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 7.7 MG | 9% | |
| Thiamin | 0.2 MG | 14% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 11% | |
| Niacin | 1.1 MG | 7% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.2 MG | 5% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 5% | |
| Folate, total | 149 UG | 37% | |
| Choline, total | 26.1 MG | 5% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 50 UG | 6% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.5 MG | 10% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 50.6 UG | 42% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 23 MG | 2% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.9 MG | 5% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 14 MG | 3% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 54 MG | 4% | |
| Potassium, K | 224 MG | 5% | |
| Sodium, Na | 240 MG | 10% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.6 MG | 5% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.2 MG | 18% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.2 MG | 7% | |
| Selenium, Se | 6.1 UG | 11% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (22 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (0.2g per 100g).
- Good source of Folate, total (37% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin K (phylloquinone) (42% DV).
About Asparagus, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt
Asparagus boiled with salt is one of those vegetables that needs almost nothing added to be satisfying. The protein level is reasonable for a cooked vegetable, fat is essentially absent, and the fiber is moderate. Boiling with salt seasons the spear from the inside out, which is why many cooks prefer this method over roasting when serving asparagus simply. The sodium contribution from the cooking water is real if you use a heavily salted pot. Asparagus is also a known source of folate and a range of B vitamins, worth noting for anyone tracking micronutrients.
Dietary Information
Asparagus, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, low-fat, very low in calories, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Asparagus, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt include Vitamin K (phylloquinone) (42% DV) , and Folate, total (37% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 22 calories per 100 grams, Asparagus, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt gets 44% of its calories from protein, 75% from carbohydrates, and 9% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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