Foods that start with A
USDA's reference data names 33 common foods that start with A, from abalone to avocados; 6 of them are vegetables and vegetable products. Each is listed with its calories and protein in a typical portion.
Data: USDA FoodData Central, April 30, 2026 release.
Vegetables and Vegetable Products
- Amaranth leaves6 calories, 0.7 g protein in 1 cup
- Arrowhead25 calories, 1.3 g protein in 1 large
- Artichokes60 calories, 4.2 g protein in 1 artichoke, medium
- Arugula25 calories per 100 g
- Asparagus27 calories, 2.9 g protein in 1 cup
- Au gratin potatoes134 calories per 100 g
Fruits and Fruit Juices
- Apple juice100 calories, 0.2 g protein in 1 juice box/pouch
- Applesauce68 calories, 0.2 g protein in 1 pouch
- Apricot nectar56 calories per 100 g
- Apricots74 calories, 2.2 g protein in 1 cup, halves
- Avocados240 calories, 3.0 g protein in 1 fruit
Nut and Seed Products
- Acorns110 calories, 1.7 g protein in 1 oz
- Almond butter103 calories, 3.3 g protein in 1 tablespoon
- Almond paste130 calories, 2.6 g protein in 1 oz
- Almonds164 calories, 6.0 g protein in 1 oz
Finfish and Shellfish Products
American Indian/Alaska Native Foods
Baked Products
- Angelfood cake129 calories, 3.0 g protein in 1 piece
- Apple pie222 calories, 2.0 g protein in 1 mini/small slice
Legumes and Legume Products
- Adzuki beans294 calories, 17.3 g protein in 1 cup
Beverages
- Almond milk73 calories, 1.3 g protein in 1 cup
Fats and Oils
- Almond oil124 calories, 0.0 g protein in 1 tablespoon
Cereal Grains and Pasta
- Amaranth grain251 calories, 9.3 g protein in 1 cup
Dairy and Egg Products
- American cheese96 calories, 4.8 g protein in 1 stick
Lamb, Veal, and Game Products
- Antelope128 calories, 25.0 g protein in 3 oz
Other foods
- Adobo181 calories per 100 g
- Alcoholic malt beverage58 calories per 100 g
- Alfredo sauce150 calories per 100 g
- Almond butter sandwich183 calories, 6.1 g protein in 1 sandwich
- Apple122 calories, 0.3 g protein in 1 medium
- Asian stir fry vegetables94 calories, 2.7 g protein in 1 cup
Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy, Foundation, Survey), April 30, 2026 release.
Sources for this page
- USDA FoodData Central
- the food and product records, April 30, 2026 release. fdc.nal.usda.gov
- FoodData Central documentation
- what each data type is and how branded records are submitted. fdc.nal.usda.gov
- USDA Food and Nutrient Database for Dietary Studies
- the survey foods and their portions. ars.usda.gov
- 21 CFR 101.9, Nutrition labeling of food
- the label format, rounding and Daily Values. ecfr.gov
- FDA, How to Understand and Use the Nutrition Facts Label
- the 5% and 20% Daily Value rule. fda.gov