Vegetables
How much protein is in asparagus?
Asparagus has 2.4 g of protein per 100 g. A typical serving (½ cup, 90 g) has 2.2 g of protein and 20 calories.
- Protein, ½ cup (90 g)
- 2.2 g
- Protein per 100 calories
- 10.9 g
Very high protein density
Protein in asparagus by portion
| Portion | Protein | Calories | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 spears (1/2" base) (60 g) | 1.4 g | 13 | 2.5 g | 0.1 g |
| ½ cup (90 g) | 2.2 g | 20 | 3.7 g | 0.2 g |
| 100 g | 2.4 g | 22 | 4.1 g | 0.2 g |
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Nutrition per 100 g
- Calories
- 22
- Protein
- 2.4 g
- Carbs
- 4.1 g
- Fat
- 0.2 g
- Fibre
- 2 g
- Sugar
- 1.3 g
- Sodium
- 14 mg
Vegetables: most protein per calorie
- Mushrooms 14.1 g protein per 100 cal
- Spinach 12.6 g protein per 100 cal
- Kale 8.3 g protein per 100 cal
- Broccoli 8.2 g protein per 100 cal
- Cauliflower 7.6 g protein per 100 cal
- Brussels sprouts 7.2 g protein per 100 cal
FAQ
Is asparagus high in protein?
Yes. With 10.9 g of protein per 100 calories, it has more protein per calorie than 84% of the 106 foods we track.
How much protein is in 100 g of asparagus?
2.4 g, with 22 calories.
Where do these numbers come from?
USDA FoodData Central, entry 168390: "Asparagus, cooked, boiled, drained" (SR Legacy). Brands and recipes vary, so a package label can differ a little.
Source
General information, not medical advice. Values are averages; brands and recipes vary.