Calorie comparison
Asparagus vs Bell Pepper
Per 100 grams, asparagus is the lighter choice by 11 calories, while asparagus delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Asparagus | Bell Pepper |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 20 | 31 |
| Protein | 2.2 g | 1 g |
| Carbs | 3.9 g | 6 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0.3 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🌿 Asparagus
1 cup (134 g)
27 cal
2.9 g protein · 5.2 g carbs · 0.1 g fat
🫑 Bell Pepper
1 medium (119 g)
37 cal
1.2 g protein · 7.1 g carbs · 0.4 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, asparagus or bell pepper?
Per 100 g, asparagus has 20 calories and bell pepper has 31. Asparagus is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, asparagus or bell pepper?
Asparagus has 2.2 g of protein per 100 g; bell pepper has 1 g. Asparagus wins on protein.
Is asparagus or bell pepper better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward asparagus — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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