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Buttery mushroom dish, low in carbs
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Buttered mushroom dish (180 g) has 166 calories. That works out to 92 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.6 g of carbs, 5.6 g of protein, 13 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 2.5 mg of B5 covers 50% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
166
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
7.6g
· 3% DV
Protein
5.6g
· 11% DV
Fat
13g
· 17% 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 18% · Protein 13% · Fat 69%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 166 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 7.74 g | 39% |
| Trans fat | 0.36 g | |
| Sodium | 324 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.6 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% |
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 serving (medium) | 180 g | 166 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 18 g | 17 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (small) | 36 g | 33 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 83 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 92 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 110 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 180 g | 166 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 230 kcal |
Calculated from 92 calories per 100 g.
To make a buttered mushroom dish, slice clean mushrooms and cook them in melted butter in a wide pan. Let their released liquid evaporate, then season with salt and pepper; add garlic near the end so it does not burn.
Button mushrooms are a reliable choice for a buttered mushroom dish, while cremini add a deeper, earthier flavor. Oyster mushrooms also work, but cut them into similar-sized pieces so they cook evenly.
Cook a buttered mushroom dish in a wide, hot pan and avoid crowding it. If the mushrooms pile up, cook them in batches; overcrowding traps steam and makes them release liquid instead of browning.
Yes, quickly rinse mushrooms if they are dirty before making a buttered mushroom dish, then dry them thoroughly. Do not soak them, since extra surface water can slow browning and leave more liquid in the pan.
Either works for a buttered mushroom dish, but unsalted butter gives you more control over the seasoning. If using salted butter, taste before adding extra salt, especially if you plan to finish the dish with salty cheese or stock.
Thyme and parsley pair especially well with a buttered mushroom dish. Add thyme while the mushrooms cook to flavor the butter, then stir in chopped parsley just before serving for a fresher finish.
A buttered mushroom dish goes well with rice, pasta, toast, or grilled meat. For a lighter plate, serve it with a crisp salad; it can also be spooned over baked potatoes or folded into an omelet.
A buttered mushroom dish keeps for about 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it promptly after cooking, and reheat only the portion you intend to eat.
Yes, you can freeze a buttered mushroom dish, though the mushrooms may become softer and release liquid after thawing. Freeze it in an airtight container, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat thoroughly in a pan.
Yes, canned mushrooms can be used in a buttered mushroom dish, but drain and pat them dry first. They are already cooked, so briefly brown them in the butter rather than cooking them as long as fresh mushrooms.
Vitamins
B5
2.52mg · 50% DV
Biotin
14.4µg · 48% DV
B2
0.58mg · 45% DV
B3
6.84mg · 43% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.4mg · 44% DV
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Phosphorus
148mg · 21% DV
Potassium ⭐
522mg · 15% DV
Sodium
324mg · 14% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 166 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Buttered mushroom dish is a simple preparation of sliced mushrooms cooked in butter until tender. Garlic, pepper or herbs may be added, depending on the cook. The mushrooms bring a mild, earthy flavour, while the butter gives the dish a rich aroma and a soft, juicy texture. It is a familiar home-style way to cook mushrooms in Turkey and is also easy to make in kitchens elsewhere.
Serve it warm as a side or a small starter, alongside grilled meat, eggs or crusty bread. It is relatively low in carbohydrates, though the butter makes it richer in fat. For a lighter version, use a modest amount of butter and cook the mushrooms in a wide pan so they brown rather than steam.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
7.74g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.42g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.54g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.