Asparagus, fresh, cooked with butter or margarine: Calories, Macros, 22 Vitamins & 11 Minerals (USDA Per 100g)
Fresh asparagus spears, gently cooked with butter or margarine, infusing them with a rich, creamy flavor and a tender bite.
Per 100g reference serving, Asparagus, fresh, cooked with butter or margarine provides 42 kcal of energy, 2.31g protein (19% of calories), 4.05g total carbohydrates (34% of calories, including 2.2g dietary fiber and 1.97g sugars), and 2.48g total fat (47% of calories).
Vitamins Profile in Asparagus, fresh, cooked with butter or margarine (Per 100g)
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| Vitamin / Bioactive | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) | 5 mg | 5.6% DV |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.1 µg | 0.5% DV |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 62 µg | 6.9% DV |
| Vitamin E (Alpha-Tocopherol) | 1.4 mg | 9.3% DV |
| Vitamin K (Phylloquinone) | 44.7 µg | 37.2% DV |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.134 mg | 11.2% DV |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.14 mg | 10.8% DV |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 0.967 mg | 6% DV |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) | 0.12 mg | 7.1% DV |
| Total Folate (Vitamin B9) | 46 µg | 11.5% DV |
| Folate (Dietary Folate Equivalents) | 46 µg | 11.5% DV |
| Natural Food Folate | 46 µg | 11.5% DV |
| Choline | 17.1 mg | 3.1% DV |
| Preformed Retinol | 24 µg | 2.7% DV |
| Beta-Carotene | 455 µg | 12.6% DV |
| Alpha-Carotene | 9 µg | 0.8% DV |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin | 702 µg | 7% DV |
Minerals & Electrolytes in Asparagus, fresh, cooked with butter or margarine (Per 100g)
Electrolyte ratios (potassium-to-sodium, calcium-to-magnesium) and trace minerals (iron, zinc, selenium, copper, manganese) determine cellular hydration, oxygen transport, and thyroid function.
| Mineral / Electrolyte | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Iron (Fe) | 2.23 mg | 12.4% DV |
| Calcium (Ca) | 26 mg | 2% DV |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 15 mg | 3.6% DV |
| Potassium (K) | 211 mg | 4.5% DV |
| Zinc (Zn) | 0.56 mg | 5.1% DV |
| Selenium (Se) | 2.4 µg | 4.4% DV |
| Phosphorus (P) | 55 mg | 4.4% DV |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.197 mg | 21.9% DV |
| Sodium (Na) | 141 mg | 6.1% DV |
Fatty Acids, Omega-3s & Sterols (Per 100g)
| Lipid / Fatty Acid | Amount per 100g | % Reference Target |
|---|---|---|
| Omega-3 ALA (Alpha-Linolenic Acid) | 0.048 g | 3% DV |
| Linoleic Acid (Omega-6 PUFA) | 0.376 g | 2.7% DV |
| Monounsaturated Fat (MUFA) | 0.619 g | 2.1% DV |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (PUFA) | 0.423 g | 2.1% DV |
| Saturated Fat (SFA) | 1.06 g | 5.3% DV |
| Dietary Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1.3% DV |
Essential Amino Acids & BCAAs (Per 100g)
| Amino Acid | Amount per 100g | % Daily Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Trace / Not significant per 100g serving | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
100 grams of Asparagus, fresh, cooked with butter or margarine contains 42 calories (kcal), 2.31g of protein, 4.05g of carbohydrates (2.2g fiber, 1.97g total sugars), and 2.48g of total fat according to the USDA Standard Reference dataset in Wise Eating.
Asparagus, fresh, cooked with butter or margarine has an estimated food pH of 7 and a Potential Renal Acid Load (PRAL) score of -1.99 mEq/100g, classifying it as Alkaline-Forming (Negative PRAL).
Allergen tags for Asparagus, fresh, cooked with butter or margarine: Soybeans, Milk. In Wise Eating's WHO-aligned pediatric feeding database, the minimum age guideline is 6+ months with age-appropriate preparation.
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