Wal-Mart, ASPARAGUS SPEARS
* 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 24 MG | 2% | |
| Iron, Fe | 2.1 MG | 12% | |
| Potassium, K | 200 MG | 4% | |
| Sodium, Na | 0 MG | 0% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (18 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (0g per 100g).
About ASPARAGUS SPEARS
Marketside Asparagus Spears are a fresh produce product sold under Walmart's Marketside brand, consisting of whole asparagus spears sold in a bundled or packaged format for retail. Asparagus (Asparagus officinalis) is a perennial vegetable belonging to the Asparagaceae family, cultivated for its young tender shoots, which are harvested in spring and early summer in temperate climates.
The product contains a single ingredient: fresh asparagus spears. No additives, preservatives, or coatings are applied, as is standard for fresh whole produce items. Asparagus is free of all major food allergens and is one of the most nutritionally straightforward fresh vegetables available. The spears may vary in thickness from pencil-thin to large-grade depending on the harvested stem diameter.
At 18 calories per 100 grams, fresh asparagus spears are an extremely low-calorie vegetable, consistent with its high water content and minimal carbohydrate and fat levels. Asparagus provides folate at nutritionally significant levels, along with vitamin K, vitamin C, and B vitamins. It also contains inulin, a prebiotic dietary fiber that supports gut microbiome health. Protein is modest at approximately 2.2 grams per 100 grams for a vegetable.
Marketside Asparagus Spears are universally suitable for vegetarians, vegans, gluten-free diets, and virtually all dietary frameworks given their minimal caloric and allergen profile. The spears are versatile for roasting, steaming, grilling, blanching, or incorporation into pasta, stir-fry, soups, and egg dishes.
Ingredients
ASPARAGUS.
Dietary Information
ASPARAGUS SPEARS is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, low-fat, very low in calories, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Calorie Breakdown
At 18 calories per 100 grams, ASPARAGUS SPEARS gets 52% of its calories from protein, 78% from carbohydrates, and 0% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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