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Low calorie; provides B vitamins and potassium
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (chopped) of Boiled button mushrooms (156 g) has 44 calories. That works out to 28 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.3 g of carbs, 3.4 g of protein, 0.7 g of fat and 3.6 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of Copper covers 55% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 10 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (chopped) · 156 g
44
KCAL / 156G
Carbs
8.3g
· 3% DV
Protein
3.4g
· 7% DV
Fat
0.7g
· 1% DV
Fiber
3.6g
· 13% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 63% · Protein 26% · Fat 11%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 44 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.7 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.11 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.3 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% |
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (chopped) | 156 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 18 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 55 g | 15 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 78 g | 22 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 90 g | 25 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 56 kcal |
Calculated from 28 calories per 100 g.
To make boiled button mushrooms, clean them and simmer them in water until tender. Drain them well before adding them to a salad, soup, or other dish. A little lemon juice in the cooking water can help limit darkening.
Boiled button mushrooms keep for a few days in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate them promptly rather than leaving them at room temperature. Discard them if they develop an unusual smell, a slimy surface, or obvious spoilage.
Yes, boiled button mushrooms can be frozen. Let them cool completely and drain them well before packing them in an airtight container. Their texture may be softer after thawing, so they work especially well in soups, sauces, and cooked dishes.
Boiled button mushrooms can darken because cutting and heating expose natural compounds to air and trigger color changes. To reduce this, avoid leaving cut mushrooms out for long and add a little lemon juice to the cooking water.
Yes, button mushrooms can be eaten raw if they are fresh and properly cleaned; boiling is not required for safety. Raw mushrooms have a firmer texture and different flavor from boiled button mushrooms, which are already cooked.
Yes, you can use the cooking water from boiled button mushrooms in soup or sauce if it is clean and tastes good. Rinse the mushrooms before cooking, and discard the water if it contains visible dirt or grit.
Boiled button mushrooms can be added to salads, pasta, omelets, soups, and vegetable dishes. Drain them well first so they do not make the finished dish watery; seasoning or briefly sautéing them can also deepen their flavor.
Yes, rinse button mushrooms briefly under running water or wipe them with a damp cloth before boiling. Avoid soaking them, because mushrooms can absorb water and become softer, making it harder to get a firm texture after cooking.
Boiling button mushrooms can move some water-soluble B vitamins into the cooking water. Use that liquid in a soup or sauce to retain more of what has leached out, and avoid cooking the mushrooms longer than needed.
Boiled button mushrooms can fit into a weight-loss meal, but they do not cause weight loss on their own. Pair them with vegetables and a protein-rich food, and use modest amounts of rich sauces to keep the meal filling without making it heavy.
Vitamins
B2
0.62mg · 48% DV
B5
2.15mg · 43% DV
B3
5.65mg · 35% DV
B1
0.12mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.5mg · 56% DV
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
134mg · 19% DV
Potassium ⭐
496mg · 15% DV
Sodium
11mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 44 calories in 1 cup (chopped) (156 g):
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Boiled button mushrooms are common cultivated mushrooms cooked in water until tender. Their mild, earthy flavour and soft texture make them easy to add to other dishes without overpowering them. Once drained, they work in salads, vegetable dishes and simple cold sides, or can be served warm with herbs and seasoning.
They are used in many cuisines, often as an ingredient rather than the centre of a meal. With 28 calories per 100 g, they are a low-calorie option and also provide fibre, B vitamins and potassium. Pair them with grains, beans or other vegetables for a more substantial plate; a squeeze of lemon and fresh herbs adds flavour without making the dish heavy.
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.
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.
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.
No known major allergens
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
SATURATED
0.11g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.03g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.27g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.