⏱ 15 min totalCreamy Asparagus and Shrimp Alfredo
Per 1 serving · 255 g · 7 ingredients
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein21g22% of calories
- Carbs5.6g6% of calories
- Fat31g72% of calories
- ✓ Keto-friendly
At a glance
One serving of Creamy Asparagus and Shrimp Alfredo (255 g) has 381 calories, with 21 g of protein, 5.6 g of carbohydrates and 31 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (72% of calories). It is high in protein (42% DV), Vitamin A (44% DV) and Vitamin E (21% DV). Keep an eye on sodium, saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 36%, 95% and 82% of the daily value.
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Protein42%
- Vitamin A44%
- Vitamin E21%
- Vitamin K26%
- Vitamin B620%
- Vitamin B1260%
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
- Thiamine13%
- Riboflavin (B2)18%
- Niacin17%
- Folate (B9)15%
- Pantothenic acid15%
- Magnesium10%
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
- Sodium36%
- Saturated fat95%
- Cholesterol82%
Ingredients
For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.
4 oz Shrimp
½ tbsp Butter
½ cup Asparagus
¼ cup, fluid Heavy whipping cream
1 ½ tbsp Parmesan cheese- 🥄¼ dash Salt
¼ dash Black pepper
Directions
- 1
Peel and devein the shrimp, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 2
In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the shrimp in butter until they turn opaque, about 2-3 minutes.
- 3
Add the asparagus and continue to sauté for another 1-2 minutes.
- 4
Pour in the cream and add the Parmesan cheese. Reduce the heat and stir until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens.
- 5
Serve immediately and enjoy.
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 serving (255 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 397 μg | 44% |
| Vitamin C | 4 mg | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 1 μg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 3 mg | 21% |
| Vitamin K | 31 μg | 26% |
| Thiamine | 0.2 mg | 13% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.2 mg | 18% |
| Niacin | 3 mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg | 20% |
| Folate (B9) | 60 μg | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1 μg | 60% |
| Pantothenic acid | 1 mg | 15% |
| Choline | 115 mg | 21% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 212 mg | 21% |
| Iron | 2 mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 317 mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 43 mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 405 mg | 58% |
| Zinc | 2 mg | 16% |
| Copper | 0.3 mg | 37% |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg | 6% |
| Selenium | 37 μg | 68% |
Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alanine | 1 g | — |
| Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA) | 0 g | — |
| Alpha carotene | 6 μg | — |
| Arginine | 2 g | — |
| Aspartic acid | 2 g | — |
| Beta carotene | 360 μg | — |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 0.2 g | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0.1 g | — |
| Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA) | 0 g | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0.1 g | — |
| Fluoride | 2 μg | — |
| Fructose | 1 g | — |
| Galactose | 0 g | — |
| Glucose | 0.4 g | — |
| Glutamic acid | 4 g | — |
| Glycine | 1 g | — |
| Histidine | 1 g | — |
| Hydroxyproline | 0 g | — |
| Isoleucine | 1 g | — |
| Lactose | 0 g | — |
| Leucine | 2 g | — |
| Lycopene | 0 μg | — |
| Lysine | 2 g | — |
| Maltose | 0 g | — |
| Methionine | 1 g | — |
| Monounsaturated fats | 9 g | — |
| Phenylalanine | 1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 1 g | — |
| Proline | 1 g | — |
| Retinol | 367 μg | — |
| Serine | 1 g | — |
| Starch | 0 g | — |
| Sucrose | 0.2 g | — |
| Theobromine | 0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 1 g | — |
| Total omega 3 | 0.2 g | — |
| Total omega 6 | 0.3 g | — |
| Tryptophan | 0.3 g | — |
| Tyrosine | 1 g | — |
| Valine | 1 g | — |
| Vitamin D2 | 0 μg | — |
| Vitamin D3 | 1 μg | — |
Burning 381 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 72minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 46minCycling (moderate)
- 32minRunning (6 mph)
- 54minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Creamy Asparagus and Shrimp Alfredo?
One serving of Creamy Asparagus and Shrimp Alfredo (1 serving) has 381 calories, which works out to 150 calories per 100 g. That is about 19% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Is Creamy Asparagus and Shrimp Alfredo high in protein?
It provides a solid 21 g of protein per serving (42% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 22% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Is Creamy Asparagus and Shrimp Alfredo keto-friendly?
It can fit a ketogenic diet: 4 g of net carbs per serving, with carbs making up 6% of calories.
How much sodium is in Creamy Asparagus and Shrimp Alfredo?
833 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).
How much sugar is in Creamy Asparagus and Shrimp Alfredo?
3 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
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