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Sea asparagus with red pepper Calories
Low-calorie, rich in vitamin C and minerals
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Sea asparagus with red pepper (120 g) has 32 calories. That works out to 27 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.1 g of carbs, 2.2 g of protein, 0.4 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 50.4 mg of Vitamin C covers 56% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Sea asparagus with red pepper Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
32
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
6.1g
· 2% DV
Protein
2.2g
· 4% DV
Fat
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 66% · Protein 24% · Fat 10%
Sea asparagus with red pepper nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 32 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 984 mg | 43% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.1 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 2.2 g | 4% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Sea asparagus with red pepper?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 8 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (chopped) | 30 g | 8 kcal |
| ½ cup (chopped) | 55 g | 15 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 55 g | 15 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 27 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 110 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 49 kcal |
Calculated from 27 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sea asparagus with red pepper
What is sea asparagus with red pepper?
Sea asparagus with red pepper is a dish made with edible coastal succulent shoots, often called samphire, combined with red pepper. It is commonly served as a cool, tangy side or appetizer, dressed with olive oil and lemon.
How do you cook sea asparagus with red pepper?
Sea asparagus with red pepper is usually made by briefly boiling the washed shoots in unsalted water, then draining and removing the tough central stems. Toss the tender shoots with red pepper, olive oil, lemon, and garlic if you like.
Does sea asparagus with red pepper taste salty?
Yes, sea asparagus with red pepper can taste naturally salty because samphire absorbs salt from its coastal environment. Skip salt in the cooking water, and rinse the cooked shoots if their briny flavor is too strong.
Do you eat the stems in sea asparagus with red pepper?
You eat the tender shoots in sea asparagus with red pepper, but the thicker central stem can be woody. After cooking, hold a shoot and pull the edible portions away from the tough stem before dressing the dish.
What does sea asparagus with red pepper pair well with?
Sea asparagus with red pepper pairs well with grilled fish, seafood, and simple roasted or boiled potatoes. Its briny, lemony flavor also works as a small appetizer alongside grilled meat or other Mediterranean-style dishes.
Can you eat sea asparagus with red pepper cold?
Yes, sea asparagus with red pepper is often served cold or at room temperature, especially as a salad or appetizer. Chill the cooked shoots before adding the dressing if you want the red pepper and lemon flavors to stay crisp and distinct.
Is sea asparagus with red pepper the same as samphire?
Sea asparagus with red pepper is a preparation that uses samphire; the name sea asparagus is also used for samphire in some English-speaking regions. Names vary by place, so the dish refers to the edible coastal shoots mixed with red pepper.
How do you make sea asparagus with red pepper less salty?
To make sea asparagus with red pepper less salty, boil the shoots in unsalted water and rinse them after draining. Taste before adding any salt to the dressing, since lemon and garlic can add plenty of flavor without it.
Can you freeze sea asparagus with red pepper?
You can freeze sea asparagus with red pepper, but its shoots may become softer and watery after thawing. For better texture, freeze the cooked, drained shoots without dressing and add fresh red pepper and lemon after they thaw.
How long does sea asparagus with red pepper keep in the fridge?
Sea asparagus with red pepper keeps in a covered container in the refrigerator for about two days. Its shoots may soften as they sit in the dressing, so refrigerate leftovers promptly and stir before serving.
Sea asparagus with red pepper Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
50.4mg · 56% DV
Vitamin K
37.2µg · 31% DV
Folate
43.2µg · 11% DV
B6
0.14mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Sodium
984mg · 43% DV
Manganese
0.35mg · 15% DV
Iodine
22µg · 15% DV
Copper
0.13mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
372mg · 11% DV
Sea asparagus with red pepper Glycemic Index
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Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Sea asparagus with red pepper
To burn the 32 calories in 1 serving (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Sea asparagus with red pepper?
Sea asparagus with red pepper combines the tender, green shoots of samphire—a coastal plant—with red pepper. It is common in Turkish coastal cooking, particularly around the Aegean, where the shoots are briefly blanched and the tougher ends removed.
The stalks are juicy and lightly crisp, with a naturally briny taste; red pepper adds colour and a gentle sweetness. Serve it chilled or at room temperature, often dressed with olive oil and lemon, as a small plate alongside fish or as part of a summer meal. It is low in calories and provides fibre, vitamin C and minerals. Since samphire is naturally salty, taste it before adding salt; a squeeze of lemon keeps the dish bright.
How Nutritious Is Sea asparagus with red pepper?
Nutrient density
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Sea asparagus with red pepper Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Sea asparagus with red pepper Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Sea asparagus with red pepper Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Sea asparagus with red pepper Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.13g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.6:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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