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Fiber-rich buckwheat dish with mushrooms
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Buckwheat with mushrooms (180 g) has 194 calories. That works out to 108 calories per 100 g. It contains 35.3 g of carbs, 6.8 g of protein, 3.2 g of fat and 4.9 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 32% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 49 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 180 g
194
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
35.3g
· 13% DV
Protein
6.8g
· 14% DV
Fat
3.2g
· 4% DV
Fiber
4.9g
· 18% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 72% · Protein 14% · Fat 14%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 194 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.2 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.58 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 324 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 35.3 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% |
| Protein | 6.8 g | 14% |
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 (medium) | 180 g | 194 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (shredded) | 18 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 97 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 140 g | 151 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 150 g | 162 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 238 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 259 kcal |
Calculated from 108 calories per 100 g.
Buckwheat with mushrooms is a savory dish made from buckwheat groats and cooked mushrooms, often with onion and herbs. Despite its name, buckwheat is not a type of wheat; the groats are the hulled seeds of a different plant.
Cook the buckwheat groats until tender, while sautéing the mushrooms separately so their released liquid can evaporate. Combine them at the end and season with salt, pepper, and herbs; onion or garlic can add extra flavor.
Not exactly: kasha commonly means roasted buckwheat groats, while buckwheat with mushrooms is a prepared dish that combines groats and mushrooms. The dish may use kasha as its buckwheat, but the terms do not always mean the same thing.
Toasting the groats briefly before cooking gives buckwheat with mushrooms a deeper, nuttier flavor. It is optional if you have bought pre-roasted buckwheat, which is already toasted.
Cremini or button mushrooms work well in buckwheat with mushrooms because they are widely available and easy to sauté. Shiitake, oyster, or wild mushrooms bring stronger flavors; cook unfamiliar wild mushrooms only if they have been safely identified.
Use only enough cooking liquid to tenderize the groats, and avoid simmering them longer than needed. For buckwheat with mushrooms, sauté the mushrooms separately and combine them with the cooked groats just before serving.
Yes, buckwheat with mushrooms can be cooked ahead and refrigerated in a covered container. Reheat only the amount you plan to eat, adding a splash of water if the groats have dried out.
Serve buckwheat with mushrooms with a crisp green salad, roasted vegetables, or a tangy yogurt sauce. It also pairs well with grilled chicken or fish if you want to make the meal more substantial.
Buckwheat with mushrooms keeps for about 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Cool it promptly after cooking, and reheat leftovers thoroughly before serving.
Yes, buckwheat with mushrooms freezes well in an airtight, freezer-safe container. Thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating; the mushrooms may become softer after freezing, but the dish remains suitable for a quick meal.
Vitamins
B3
3.06mg · 19% DV
B5
0.76mg · 15% DV
B2
0.16mg · 12% DV
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.29mg · 32% DV
Manganese
0.68mg · 30% DV
Phosphorus
166mg · 24% DV
Magnesium
86mg · 20% DV
Sodium
324mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
281mg · 8% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 194 calories in 1 cup (medium) (180 g):
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Buckwheat with mushrooms combines buckwheat groats with mushrooms, often cooked together with onion and seasoning. Despite its name, buckwheat is not a type of wheat. The dish draws on the everyday cooking of Russia and other parts of Eastern Europe, where buckwheat groats are a familiar pantry staple; it also makes an easy grain-based meal for home cooks elsewhere.
The groats turn tender while keeping a pleasant bite, and the mushrooms add an earthy, savoury depth. Serve it warm as a simple main with a salad, or alongside roasted vegetables, beans or meat. It has a modest amount of protein and provides fibre, so it can make a satisfying base for a meal. For a lighter version, use a little oil and add extra mushrooms or vegetables.
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.58g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.83g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.81g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.