Green asparagus has 28 kcal per 100 g. The thicker spears have a more intense flavor than thin ones. Snap off the tough bottom third — it bends naturally at the right spot.
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How should I track Asparagus, green?
For consistent tracking of Asparagus, green, weigh it raw. Cooking method changes both weight and calorie density — steaming barely changes anything, but roasting with oil or frying can double the calories. A systematic review (Whitton et al., Adv Nutr 2022) found vegetables are omitted from food logs 2–85% of the time, often because people assume they are "free" calorically. While most vegetables are indeed low-calorie, the fats added during cooking are not. Log the oil, butter, or dressing separately to keep your tracking accurate.