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Low-calorie source of B vitamins and potassium
In season: Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (chopped) of Honey mushrooms (70 g) has 18 calories. That works out to 25 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.7 g of carbs, 1.6 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 31% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 10 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (chopped) · 70 g
18
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
3.7g
· 1% DV
Protein
1.6g
· 3% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 67% · Protein 29% · Fat 4%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 18 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 3.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.7 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% |
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) | 70 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 8 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 18 g | 5 kcal |
| ½ cup (chopped) | 35 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 85 g | 21 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 25 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 63 kcal |
Calculated from 25 calories per 100 g.
Yes, correctly identified honey mushrooms are eaten, but they must be thoroughly cooked. Some people still experience digestive upset after eating them, so try only a small serving the first time and never eat them raw or undercooked.
Honey mushrooms often grow in clusters on wood or around tree roots, but appearance alone is not a safe way to identify them. They have dangerous lookalikes; do not eat wild mushrooms unless a qualified local expert has confirmed them.
Boil honey mushrooms first and discard the water, then cook them thoroughly by sautéing or adding them to a stew. This is a common preparation; do not serve them raw or leave them only lightly cooked.
No, honey mushrooms should not be eaten raw. Raw or undercooked mushrooms can cause nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea, so cook them thoroughly before eating.
Honey mushrooms have a mild, earthy, savory flavor rather than a sweet one. Their texture softens as they cook, and they pair well with garlic, onions, herbs, and hearty dishes.
Honey mushrooms grow in clusters on tree roots, stumps, and fallen or living wood. They can occur in forests and wooded areas, where some species act as parasites on trees and others help break down dead wood.
Young honey mushroom stems can be eaten when thoroughly cooked, but older stems are often tough and fibrous. Many cooks trim those tougher stems and use the more tender caps instead.
Brush off dirt and plant debris, wipe the mushrooms with a damp cloth, and trim away dirty stem ends. Avoid soaking honey mushrooms, since they can absorb water and become harder to brown.
Yes, but cook honey mushrooms first: boil them and drain them, or cook them fully, then cool and freeze in an airtight container. Freezing them raw can leave them with a poorer texture after thawing.
Fresh honey mushrooms are best cooked soon after purchase or harvest. Keep them unwashed in a breathable paper bag in the refrigerator; discard any that become slimy, moldy, or develop an unpleasant smell.
Vitamins
B2
0.28mg · 22% DV
B5
0.95mg · 19% DV
B3
2.87mg · 18% DV
Folate
26.6µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.28mg · 31% DV
Phosphorus
73mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
280mg · 8% DV
Selenium
3.99µg · 7% DV
Sodium
3.5mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 18 calories in 1 cup (chopped) (70 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Honey mushrooms are woodland fungi in the Armillaria group, usually found growing in clusters on trees, stumps and buried wood. Despite the name, they are not sweet. Once properly identified and cooked, they are used in dishes such as sautés, soups and stews, particularly in parts of Europe and Asia. Their flavour is gently earthy and their cooked texture is pleasantly substantial, making them a good match for onions, garlic, herbs and other autumn vegetables.
At 25 calories per 100 g, honey mushrooms are a light addition to a meal and provide B vitamins and potassium. Cook them thoroughly rather than eating them raw or undercooked, and only use mushrooms you can confidently identify; wild varieties can be difficult to distinguish. For a lighter dish, sauté them with a modest amount of oil and serve with vegetables or grains.
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 1
Unprocessed
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
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.03g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.